Contact Changes Behavioral Health in Wynne, AR

• BS Philosophy, Arkansas State University 2002
• Master of Clinical Social Work, University of Tennessee 2007

I like to draw heavily on personal experiences in my practice. As a recovering person, I want to share the knowledge and wisdom I have gained through personal struggles. I am thankful to be here, serving this community in the same office where my father touched so many lives. His spirit is alive in all the work we do here.

• BS Criminology, Arkansas State University 2002
• Education Specialist
• Psychology and Counseling
• Arkansas State University 2009, Professor of Clinical Skills ASU

I have always been a woman of strong faith. I believe that when called upon, our relationship with God is our greatest strength. I am so happy and grateful to be in a place where I can use all that I have been blessed with to help others achieve the happy and fulfilling lives God has in store for them.

BA Sociology, Henderson State University
MA Rehabilitation Counseling, University of Arkansas at Little
Rock (UALR)
I believe everyone is unique, their lives, their circumstance and
their perspective of their situation. I strive to meet my clients
where they are in their lives in a professional, caring, and
encouraging manner. My counseling style is Cognitive Behavior
Therapy (CBT). I desire to assist people in their personal growth
to be healthier in their thoughts, emotions, behavior, and outlook
about their present and future. I accomplish this by offering an
encouraging environment and teaching techniques to that can be
used in their everyday lives.

Helping people through difficult times is my passion. As I continue to learn and grow in counseling, hope to incorporate the Person-Centered approach into my repertoire. I feel that empathy is the most incredible tool for healing our damaged emotions. I like to sit with my clients in their here and now while experiencing their emotional ups and downs. My scope of practice consists of reaching older adolescents and adults with cognitive and behavioral issues, substance and alcohol abuse, and LGBTQ+ issues. I hope to continue providing positive mental health care throughout my time at Changes and look forward to what the future holds.

It takes incredible courage to seek help when life’s challenges feel too heavy. I believe I am called to help people learn to incorporate healthy, restorative skills into their daily lives. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who are interested in learning to cope and heal from issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, anger, family conflict, and other life stressors. I have a professional career that spans almost 20 years, working in outpatient, residential treatment, and higher education settings. Throughout my career, I have been able to empower individuals to better manage various mental health and stage-of-life issues. I hope to build a collaborative, therapeutic relationship with you, so that we can walk together to help you become the most functional and content version of yourself. If you are ready for this journey, come see if I can help you discover the healing and peace that is available to us all.

“In any situation, you have the right, power and ability to choose your experience” – Iyanla Vanzant. I know many of us face stressors/situations we have no control over. However, we do have the ability to control how we will handle the experience. I would love the opportunity to meet you where you are in any life experience and provide a listening, nonjudgmental environment to develop strategies to enhance your ability to cope with life’s curve balls. I have several years of experience as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), with helping individuals develop coping strategies to overcome life stressors. I have had the pleasure to provide therapy in the individual, group, and family format with presenting problems of but not limited too (anxiety, communication skills, anger management, behavioral issues, self-esteem, and social/emotional skills). I utilize the client-centered approach along with other evidence-based interventions. I am currently completing credentials for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I provide a humorous yet direct approach, to build the confidence one may need to obtain the change they desire. 

I enjoy shopping, reality tv (yes, I know horrible), painting, home décor, traveling, yoga, time with family and friends, and self-care routines. 

Education: 

Wynne High School Graduate 2010 

Arkansas State University Bachelor of Social Work – 2014, Master of Social Work – 2017