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I started my career in 1974 working with special needs children and their families. Over the years I have had much success helping parents with the difficulties and challenges of parenting their child.

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As time went by I decided to concentrate on working with other issues couples and families go through.

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In 2002 I received my Masters degree in Marriage and Family therapy, and in 2004 I received my Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology.  I graduated both degrees with magna cum laude honor. (honor of excellence).

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In 2007 I received an award from "who's who" for exceptional professional achievement and my name was recognized in a book of professional excellence and is in the congress library.

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Since then I worked in agency setting with variety of issues such as PTSD, depression, relationships and family issues. I facilitated support groups for women with issues of self-esteem and depression. I also started and facilitated support group for infant loss (with a co-worker)

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I am also trained and worked with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

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Being a daughter of a first responder from early childhood to adulthood, I took a special interest in healing trauma and PTSD.  I saw the toll it took on my father and decided to dedicate my work to ease the pain and promote healing to those who serve us daily.  I have been working extensively with first responders.  Being a certified first responder counselor helps me with the unique skills needed to help the heroes among us.

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In treating people with post traumatic experience I am trained with EMDR , ( see tab of EMDR for more information) and am certified by EMDRIA (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing International Association).

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I am also trained by the Anxiety Disorder Research Facility at the School of Psychiatry, Penn. State University, Philadelphia in Exposure Therapy for different anxiety disorders including OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder).

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My passion is helping people resolve painful experiences and lead more fulfilling, healthy, happy lives. Move on from painful past and live in peace.

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I am very caring and compassionate. I do not judge people and understand that life circumstances may be difficult. My style is of teamwork and together I will be there to help you accomplish your goals in a safe and caring environment.

Call me at 209-605-9626

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