CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:

I have extensive experience working in the field of mental health. I have worked with adults, children, adolescents and families. I have extensive experience working with substance abuse problems working with clients who have abuse of drug and alcohol problems. My work experience includes forensic psychiatry, Department of Veteran Administration, private hospitals, Department of Social Services, Department of Corrections, Department of Youth Services, Statewide mental health and domestic violence advocacy outpatient community mental health and private practice. Spanish speaking Se Habla Espanol! Espero trabajar con clientes en espanol!

PHILOSOPHY OF TREATMENT:

I believe in the inherent strengths of people to seek balance in their lives and celebrate differences in all people. I work diligently with and for all client populations in individual family and group treatment and with clients receiving drug and alcohol evaluations and treatment. My chosen process is solution focused and cognitive/behavioral based treatment and goal setting. I enjoy working with all ages of persons.

EDUCATION:

Master of Social Work, University of Denver

Bachelor of Social Work, University of Southern Colorado

Associates in Mental Health, University of Southern Colorado