At The Power in You Counseling and Wellness, I believe true healing begins within—by renewing the mind, reviving the spirit, and creating a life that feels whole and meaningful. My passion for this work is not only professional but deeply personal. After returning to school following 25 years of life experience as a single mother, nonprofit leader, and advocate for women in reentry, I bring more than clinical training. I bring lived wisdom, resilience, and a heartfelt commitment to walking with others through life’s hardest seasons.
Education & Training
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Master of Social Work (MSW), Behavioral Mental Health – Florida State University
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Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Summa Cum Laude – Florida A&M University
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Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern (RCSWI), State of Florida
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Specialized training in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, grief counseling, motivational interviewing, and suicide risk assessment
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Certified in evidence-based assessments including PHQ-9, Perceived Stress Scale, Ages & Stages Questionnaires, and Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
Clinical Experience
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings—from community mental health centers and crisis hotlines to nonprofit leadership and wellness spaces. My background includes:
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Therapist – Providing trauma-informed counseling, parenting education, and biopsychosocial assessments for women and families facing depression, anxiety, grief, and housing instability.
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Crisis Counselor – Delivering suicide risk assessments, crisis intervention, safety planning, and compassionate support for people in acute distress.
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Nonprofit Leader – Founding and leading a 501(c)(3) organization supporting women impacted by incarceration and reentry with support groups, empowerment programs, workshops, and housing/career readiness.
My Approach
I believe therapy should feel like a partnership. My style is client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive, meeting each person right where they are. I draw from approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, grief counseling, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices to help clients uncover inner strength, gain perspective, and take intentional steps toward transformation.
Why I Do This Work
I do this because I believe in people. I believe we all have the power to change. Transformation doesn’t happen overnight—it takes intentional steps—but it is possible.
My own journey has carried seasons of grief, loss, and challenge, but also the beauty of healing, resilience, and renewal. Those experiences have shaped my compassion and strengthened my belief that everything you need for healing and growth is already inside of you.
At The Power in You Counseling and Wellness, my role is simple: to walk beside you, help you uncover that inner power, nurture it with care, and activate it so you can step confidently into the life you were meant to live—full of clarity, confidence, and purpose.
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