Hello.  I am a licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. My approach to therapy is strength based approach for positive lifestyles. I have over 19 years experience in the mental health and substance abuse field.  I am a graduate of the University of Nebraska in Omaha and have been the owner of Family First Counseling for the past 15 years.

My profession includes working with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. I have many years of extensive experience working with the rural population.  Due to the consequences of war, I have worked with many soldiers and their families including post –traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, depression, anxiety and substance abuse disorder. 

Family First Counseling is multi-licensed institution, providing outpatient therapy to promote healing in a safe confidential environment. Personal therapy can help you focus on everything you need to facilitate advanced healing, and to work on deeper issues to improve your quality of life and success.

Treatment is provided for the following mental health issues and addictions:

•    Depression
•    Alcohol , Drug , and Food Addiction
•    Anxiety Disorders
•    Bipolar Disorder
•    Trauma & Abuse
•    Couple & Family Therapy
•    Anger Management
•    Behavioral Issues

Components of therapy may include Life Coaching, Eye Movement Desensitization, and Reprocessing for individuals that want to accelerate the healing process.