Training/Experience
Licensure: I am a licensed psychologist in Maryland (License #3495)
Education: I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the APA approved program at Colorado State University in 1993. My APA approved doctoral internship was at the Ohio State University from 1992-1993.
Professional Experience: I have over 30 years of experience as a clinician and educator. Early in my career I was a college professor at the University of the Virgin Islands and St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
From 1998-2006 I was a staff psychologist at the inpatient treatment center St. Luke Institute in Silver Spring. There I specialized in working with Catholic priests and religious with mood disorders, personality disorders, behavioral issues, and addictions. Since 2006 I have had a general adult practice in the Silver Spring area where I offer individual therapy, consultation, and workshops.
I have taken additional training in the area of Mindfulness and Self Compassion.
Areas of Specialization : I frequently work with clients who struggle with mood disorders, including depression and anxiety and grief. I have also supported a number of women and men who are healing from childhood trauma or abuse. I have experience supporting people in recovery. Another area of specialization is working with men and women in ministry and religious life addressing some of the special challenges of this life. I have specialized training in Mindfulness and Mindful Self- Compassion.