I hold two master’s degrees, an MA in professional counseling from Liberty University and an MBA from Pacific Lutheran University. Major course work included human growth and development with an emphasis on youth, individual, family, relationships, group dynamics, and holistic health integration and optimization. I have worked in health and human services since 1987 as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Certified Wellness Consultant (CWC), and Health Analyst. I believe that anyone who chooses to live an empowered life can optimize their reality of health and happiness. I offer an eclectic approach with a significant focus on humanistic, solution-focused, experiential, positive psychology, mindfulness cognitive-behavioral therapy, empowerment, holistic and integrative therapies. I help clients who seek to increase their strengths, awareness, openness, flexibility, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I am open to working with all people, cultures and conditions. I offer an eclectic approach with a significant focus on humanistic, empowerment, positive psychology, experiential, solution-focus, relational, holistic, polyvagal, trauma, integration, mindfulness CBT, DBT, EMDR, and art therapy. I will use a variety of interventions depending on what the client is receptive to and effective. I believe that anyone who chooses to live an empowered life can optimize their reality of health and happiness. My nature is one of genuineness, truth, and unconditional compassion while helping you live a meaningful and happy life. I am multicultural, open-minded, adaptable, and enjoy working with a variety of clients.