I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Music Therapist with a Neurologic Music Therapy Specialization. I have worked since 1995 in hospitals, nursing homes, day programs for the developmentally delayed and severely mentally ill. I have offered services in schools settings, senior centers, and inpatient units for several mentally ill. Most recently I have practiced Hospice Music Therapy. My counseling style focusses on the client and the stresses and suffering they are experiencing. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic and motivational enhancement techniques in addition to expressive therapy. I work with each unique individual to develop a plan that works for them, focusing on their strengths. My specialties include Stress, anxiety, depression, self -esteem and relationships, coping with aging/ill parents, dementia, compassion fatigue, and ADHD in children. I bring a compassionate heart and ongoing clinical training to assist my clients in their life journey.