Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in South Bend, IN

I've been a therapist for over 25 years, helping people with anxiety, depression and addictions. I've worked in a variety of settings over the years and understand how challenging it is to make changes in life.

I believe that therapists themselves are therapy; that we do not just provide it. This is why I put intention into building a trusting foundation with clients through an understanding and nonjudgemental, empathetic relationship. I meet clients' needs by listening to the emotions behind their words and making connections to help them see things in new ways. I am passionate in helping clients to see their own strengths and potential and pushing for them to feel deserving of healing and reaching their goals.

I have experience working within my community with high needs families, children and parents. I have an eclectic experience in practice. The modalities I primarily use are evidence-based models of CBT for adults and TF-CBT for children, and expressive arts therapy, experiential, and utilize family systems theory to inform and deepen my practice.

If you feel a connection here, trust your own intuition and feel free to book a consultation to see if this is a good fit for you.

I use a four- fold approach to treating beyond traditional psychotherapy to help you on your journey. I have PhD in Clinical psychology, two master's degree (one in community counseling, one in community psychology). I also have a degree in Addictions and one in business management. Having worked every level of care from an inpatient hospital setting, residential long-term care, in a jail, a prison, out-patient levels for intensive three times per week to one time per week and taught in two universities. I am working my favorite level of care on an out-patient setting. Training has been in addictions, mental health, couples and family systems. I have other specialties with chronic pain and nutrition/bariatrics and obesity and available to provide medical and court evaluations with limited testing. I see children from 12 and up and adults/geriatrics.

Empathetic, but will challenge one to become the best version of themselves. My years of experience afford me a good insight into various mental health disorders. I have worked with diverse populations extensively. I utilize humor to help make the counseling environment warm, fun and engaging.

Education and Credentials: I hold a Master of Science Ed. from Purdue University, where I specialized in clinical mental health and addiction. I am also Certified in Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) as well as Perinatal Mental Health Counselor (PMH-C). My academic background, combined with my extensive clinical experience, equips me to address a wide range of psychological and emotional concerns.