Audacious Living Therapy

I received my Master’s degree in Social Work from Texas State University in 2002 after having already worked in the field for over 10 years, becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2009. Being on the Autism Spectrum and also diagnosed with ADHD, I feel this gives me a sometimes unique perspective, helping me to connect with my clients in a way that is dissimilar from therapists they have had in the past. While working as a contractor for the U.S. Army I received extensive education and training as an instructor, facilitator and mediator, and as such enjoy providing my clients with psychoeducation on topics of their choice and facilitating support groups.

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At this time I have worked in the mental health field for 35 years, practicing in Texas, Iowa, Illinois and Oregon, also having lived on three continents and worked extensively with LGBTQIA+, Native American, Asian, Middle-Eastern and alternative faith populations. As such I have been fortunate to work with a wide range of clients who have experienced a number of issues that include those related to veteran and military-related affairs, LGBTQIA+, Autism, cultural differences, developmental disabilities, trauma, grief, and life transitions. My preferred therapeutic approaches  are Solution-Focused Therapy and Family Systems Therapy, as these are both strengths-based, enabling my clients to better utilize their own personal strengths and experience a positive change from their first session.