Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Relational, Solution-focused, Strengths-based
Therapy Style
I am a soon to be retired commissioned officer for the Army who has worked directly with veterans, service members, and their families for over a decade. Additionally, I've proven critical to the development of initiatives and collaborations that are in sync with the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness programming. I maintain an earnest desire to further what is known about ADHD and provide therapeutic expertise and researched-informed support to families and individuals that are impacted.
I spent the last seven years working with various hospitals, clinics, and schools conducting research on children with ADHD, their families, and various sleep variables and environmental factors of influence. I focus my efforts on training and advocacy on diversity, inclusion, equity, and intersectionality awareness and practices. I serve as chair past of the Diversity in the Military Committee, of the American Psychological Association's Society of Military Psychology (Division 19).
As an experienced, well-versed clinician, I provide direct care to individuals and groups via evidenced-based psychotherapy, training, consultation, and other services. I'm an expert in the assessment of complex adult psychological dysfunction across the full spectrum of psychiatric diagnoses.
Education
PhD - Clinical Psychology, Howard University
License Number and State
Pronouns
she/her
Why did you become a mental health professional?
It's always been a passion to help others.
What are your interests outside of work?
Exploring historic Biblical truths, teaching Zumba Fitness, working out, interior decorating, gardening, and traveling.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
I have 1:1 time with God in prayer and meditation on a daily basis.
What book have you read more than once?
The Bible and Purpose Driven Life.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) is a non-profit organization that I appreciate working with because of their diligence in linking families with resources and services.
