Learning Dreams

I know what it's like when life feels like it's falling apart - whether you're struggling with addiction, dealing with family challenges, or trying to heal from trauma while keeping your family together. As someone who's worked with families in crisis, adults in recovery, and children facing tough situations for over 15 years, I understand that asking for help takes tremendous courage, especially when you've been let down before.
I recognize that seeking counseling can feel overwhelming when you're already dealing with financial stress, transportation challenges, or concerns about judgment. My approach is rooted in genuine care and respect - I meet you exactly where you are, without judgment, and work alongside you to build the life you want for yourself and your family.
I earned my Master's in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and my Bachelor's in Social Work from Philander Smith College, where I graduated Summa cum Laude. What makes my approach unique is my extensive real-world experience - I've worked in substance abuse treatment, foster care, community mental health, court-ordered counseling, and family services. This background has taught me that mental health challenges don't exist in isolation.
Whether you're working on your recovery, dealing with depression and anxiety, navigating family conflicts, or trying to heal from past trauma, I can help you:
Build practical coping skills for daily challenges
Strengthen family relationships and communication
Develop strategies for maintaining your recovery and mental health
Connect with community resources and support systems
Create positive changes that last
I believe in your strength and resilience. Having worked with people facing some of life's most difficult circumstances. I've seen again and again how people can transform their lives when they have the right support. I'm trained in the Families Strengthening Program and specialize in helping individuals and families navigate complex systems while building the skills they need to thrive.
Specialties:
Substance abuse counseling and recovery support
Adults and children dealing with trauma and family crisis
Court-ordered counseling and system navigation
Family therapy and strengthening programs
Community mental health and case coordination
LGBTQIA+
I accept Medicaid and other insurances.

As someone who's spent over 25 years working with youth, families, and adults facing some of life's toughest challenges, I understand that everyone deserves a chance to succeed - no matter where they're starting from. Whether you're a parent worried about your teenager, dealing with your own struggles while trying to keep your family together, or feeling like the system has failed you before, I'm here to help you find a path forward.
I know that seeking help can feel risky, especially if you've had negative experiences with social services or feel judged because of your circumstances. My approach is different - I meet you where you are, without judgment, and work with you to build on the strengths you already have. I believe every person and every family has the potential to create positive change.
I've worked in schools, community outreach, juvenile justice, and transitional housing, giving me a unique understanding of how mental health challenges intersect with real-world issues like housing, employment, education, and parenting. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Wayne State University and have specialized training in trauma-informed care, cultural competency, and crisis intervention.
Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or trying to support a child with behavioral challenges, I can help you:
Navigate systems and access resources you need
Develop practical strategies for managing daily stress
Strengthen family relationships and communication
Build life skills that support your mental health goals
Connect with community supports and services
I believe in action-oriented therapy that creates real change in your life. Having worked with people experiencing homelessness, justice system involvement, and educational challenges, I understand that mental health doesn't exist in a vacuum. I'm here to help you address all aspects of your situation.
Specialties:
Adolescents and family therapy
Adults dealing with life transitions and trauma
Educational advocacy and support
Community resource navigation
Crisis intervention and safety planning
I accept Medicaid and other insurances.

When you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or recovery from trauma, sometimes the smallest daily tasks can feel overwhelming. I understand how frustrating it can be when your mental health makes it hard to do the things you need to do - whether that's work, parenting, or just taking care of your home. My role is to help you regain confidence and independence in your daily life.
I know that seeking help can feel daunting, especially when you're already struggling to keep up with everything. I work with you at your own pace, focusing on what matters most in your life right now. No judgment, no pressure - just practical support to help you feel more capable and secure.
With over 30 years of experience as an occupational therapist in both clinical and community settings, I've helped hundreds of people overcome challenges that were affecting their daily lives. I have specialized training in safety assessments and helping people create environments where they can thrive, not just survive.
Whether you're recovering from a difficult period in your life, dealing with ongoing anxiety that makes daily tasks feel impossible, or wanting to ensure your living situation supports your mental health goals, I can help you:
Feel safer and more confident in your home
Develop routines that support your well-being
Identify and remove barriers that make daily life harder
Build skills for managing stress while maintaining your independence
Create strategies for staying stable in your recovery
I believe that everyone deserves to feel secure and capable in their own space. Together, we'll work on practical solutions that fit your real life - your budget, your schedule, and your goals.
Specialties:
Home safety and fall prevention
Daily living skills for mental health recovery
Environmental modifications for anxiety and depression
Independence planning and support
I accept Medicaid and other insurances.

I understand what it's like when life feels overwhelming - whether you're juggling work stress, parenting challenges, or your mental health struggles while trying to keep everything together. I'm passionate about helping people, especially children, find their way to a better place.
I know that reaching out for help for yourself or your child takes courage, especially when you're already dealing with financial pressures or worried about being judged. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be honest about what you're going through. My goal is to help you build on the strength you already have and develop new tools that actually work in your real life.
I earned my Master's in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. My diverse experience has taught me how to connect with people from all walks of life and understand how mental health challenges intersect with work, school, and family pressures. I’m incredibly passionate about working with children.
Whether you're dealing with depression that makes it hard to get through the day, anxiety that won't let up, managing bipolar disorder, or trying to be the parent you want to be while taking care of your own needs, I can help you:
Develop practical coping strategies for daily stress
Learn to manage difficult emotions and situations
Improve communication in your relationships
Build confidence in handling life's challenges
Create positive changes that stick
I believe in meeting you exactly where you are. I know how to stay calm and supportive even when things feel chaotic. I use motivational interviewing techniques, which means I help you find your motivation for change rather than telling you what to do.
Specialties:
Children dealing with depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder
Individual, family, and group counseling
Behavioral interventions and positive change strategies
Crisis support and conflict resolution
I accept Medicaid and other insurances.

I know what it's like when anxiety takes over your life - when simple decisions feel impossible, when you're constantly worried about your kids, or when past experiences make it hard to feel safe in your own mind. Whether you're a parent struggling to help your child through behavioral challenges or dealing with your own depression and trauma, I'm here to help you find your way back to feeling like yourself again.
I understand that life doesn't pause for mental health struggles. Between work, parenting, and everything else you're managing, finding time and energy for therapy can feel overwhelming. That's why I work with you to create realistic strategies that fit into your actual life - not some perfect world that doesn't exist.
I've been helping individuals and families for nearly 20 years, working in both clinical settings and schools where I've seen firsthand how mental health impacts every area of life. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Western Michigan University and have specialized training as a Certified Anxiety Therapist, with advanced training in trauma treatment. I'm also a Certified School Social Worker, so I really understand the challenges kids and families face.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety that won't quit, depression that makes everything feel harder, working through trauma, or trying to support a child with behavioral challenges, I can help you:
Learn practical tools to manage worry and overwhelm
Feel more confident handling difficult situations
Develop strategies that actually work in real life
Break free from patterns that aren't serving you anymore
Support your child while taking care of yourself too
I believe in meeting you exactly where you are - no judgment, just real support. I use proven approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (practical tools to change unhelpful thought patterns) and Motivational Interviewing (helping you find your own motivation for change) because I've seen how effective they can be when tailored to your specific situation.
Specialties:
Anxiety and depression in adults and children
Trauma recovery and healing
Children with behavioral challenges and ADHD
Parent support and family relationships
School-related mental health concerns
I accept Medicaid and other insurances.

If you've been wondering why you or your child struggles with things that seem easy for others - whether it's focusing at work, your child's behavior at school, or just feeling like something isn't quite right but you can't put your finger on it - I'm here to help you get the answers you need. As both a parent and someone who's worked in education for over 25 years, I understand how frustrating it can be when you know something's different but don't know what or how to help.
I know that seeking an evaluation can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already dealing with financial stress, work pressures, or trying to advocate for your child. My goal is to make this process as clear and supportive as possible, helping you understand what's happening and what you can do about it.
As the founder of Learning Dreams and a certified school psychologist, I've spent over 25 years working as a teacher, administrator, and psychologist. This experience has given me a unique understanding of how learning and behavioral differences affect real life - not just in school, but at work, at home, and in relationships. I specialize in comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults.
Whether you're concerned about your child's struggles in school, wondering if you might have ADHD or a learning difference that's been missed, or need documentation for accommodations or guardianship evaluations, I can help you:
Get clear answers about learning and attention challenges
Understand your or your child's unique strengths and needs
Receive detailed recommendations that actually work in real life
Obtain documentation for school accommodations or workplace supports
Access resources and benefits you may be entitled to
I believe everyone deserves to understand how their mind works. My evaluations are thorough but explained in plain language, and I make sure you leave with a clear plan of action. I work with individuals across all ages and backgrounds, always keeping in mind that behind every evaluation is a person or family looking for hope and direction.
Specialties:
Learning disabilities and ADHD evaluations
Autism spectrum assessments
Social Security disability evaluations
Educational accommodation assessments
Independent educational evaluations
Adult psychological evaluations for various purposes
I accept Medicaid and other insurances for eligible services.