ABOUT ME: I am a clinical social worker licensed in Georgia and Michigan. I am also an ACSW from the National Association of Social Workers. I draw from 40+ years of personal experiences, career experiences, and education to assist others with their life journey. I have parented biological, step, and foster children. I have extensive experiences with hospice and bereavement in my career and personal experiences. ABOUT MY EDUCATION: BA in Liberal Arts from Michigan State University. MSW from the University of Michigan. Certification in Hospice, Palliative Care, and Bereavement from Madonna University. Certification in Aging from Wayne State University. PsyD in Clinical Pastoral Counseling from the Graduate Theological Foundation. ABOUT YOU: Loss occurs in many ways in our lives. I offer comprehensive counseling services, specializing in grief and loss for adults and the elderly. I can assist with difficult life transitions, changes in relationships, advocacy, chronic illness, terminal illness, and end of life. I provide a holistic approach to this life journey--medically, physically, emotionally, spiritually--to develop a path to whole being and wellness. TYPES OF LOSS: Loss of Spouse or Partner Loss of Marriage Miscarriage and Still Birth Loss of Child Estrangement Abortion Loss of Parent Loss of Animal Companion Chronic Illness Loss of Family Member/Friend Terminal Illness

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, I will ask you to describe your life journey and the difficulties and conflicts that you are currently experiencing. I often ask a client to complete some homework: an article, a book, a challenge, an exercise.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strength is my compassion for the human condition (as described by colleagues). I look to find your strengths and then to assist you to utilize those for a better and brighter future. I, too, have suffered loss. I, too, have experienced various health concerns. I am deeply aware of the difficulties that life can thrust upon us. I also have the strength of persistence. I will not give up on you no matter how long your counseling process should take.

About Kathleen C Dart, LCSW, ACSW, PsyD., CCTP