(he/him)
New to Grow
I am a clinical social worker licensed within the State of Maryland, as well as a State approved social work supervisor. I have over 20- years of experience working with children and adolescents, individuals with autism, and individuals with intellectual disabilities. Over the years, I have experience working in prison, psychiatric hospitals, behavioral health, as well as navigating the legal and educational systems throughout Maryland and West Virginia. I have over 10 years of experience assessing, developing, and successfully intervening in behavioral situations for youth and families. This experience has allowed me to develop competent skills as an individual, group, and family therapist. I am an ordained minister, with a biblical worldview, which grounds me in cognitive behavioral therapy. Additionally, I am a certified multi-systemic therapy therapist/supervisor, and specializes working with families, children, men in crisis, male adolescents, grief, individuals with intellectual disabilities, and autism.
Our first session will focus on establishing rapport and allow us to get to know each other, to determine if I am someone you want to walk with.
I have a unique approach to utilize humor to help us explore difficult conversations, that will help us overcome barriers that limit growth. But my greatest strength is my faith in Jesus Christ, as Lord and Savior. It is this trust that has empowered me to not only successfully intervene in times of crisis, but also advocate relentlessly for the people I work with, after the secular world said hope is lost.
Other specialties
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
We explore our thoughts that surround our worldview, behavior, and reactions to life to help mold a more functional and desired outcome.
Christian Counseling
As an ordained minister, I use a Biblical foundation to aid in explore life and faith.