About me:

I am a career changing adult who decided to follow the path that led me to find my "right livelihood" - helping others.

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Education:  

BA in Psychology at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York

Masters of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling - Long Island University, Brookville, NY.
 
Credentials:

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York - #006110

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California - #LPCC 1669

Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina - LPC #6900

Prior to licensing I was  credentialed in NY (CASAC) and CA (CADC-II) as an Certified Addiction Counselor.

National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (NBCCHt)

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Experience:

Catholic Charities Chemical Dependency Outpatient Treatment Program, New York - Counselor

Center for Recovery Methadone Assisted Treatment Program, New York - Counselor

DBT Associates of Nyack, Member of intensively trained DBT team, New York - Counselor

VA Healthcare System Palo Alto Division - Substance Abuse Program, San Jose CBOC, California - Counselor

Army Reserves, Director of Psychological Health - Psychological Health Program, California and South Carolina

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Specialized Training:

EMDR Therapy (trained through EMDRHAP)

Clinical Hypnosis with Rapid Resolution Therapy

Candidate to become Certified Rapid Resolution Therapy Specialist

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