Great to meet you!
As a clinician and retired U.S. Marine, I have over 30 years of experience working with diverse groups in clinical, military, law enforcement, and educational settings. My expertise encompasses developing, implementing, and managing Human Services and Clinical Programs, as well as providing therapeutic and victim assistance services.
I am fascinated by human learning and development, our learning process, our ability or inability to adapt to our environment, and how mental health and substance abuse factor into our capacity to function as human beings.
I am intrigued with the interaction and relationships between the vulnerability process and environmental stressors that determine, influence, or encourage co-occurring disorders – especially with those who are impoverished or disadvantaged. That interest also includes how the proper cultural context and low self-esteem may influence the vulnerability process.
My philosophy: We are forever students of life.
As the world evolves, so must we if we are going to be effective. There are times when silence is not golden, and you must ask the hard questions to not only gain knowledge, but to understand. It’s through knowledge that we can effect change. I am committed to asking the tough questions and helping to find resolutions.
My professional experiences have been both tremendous and rewarding. I wake up every day looking forward to a new challenge. As a clinician, I face daily challenges in helping others reach their maximum potential, and I am honored to serve in this capacity.

