I specialize in trauma and complex trauma. I practice EMDR, DBT, CBT and other modalities. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Level 2 (Evergreen Certifications #903284) and I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT Certified, Evergreen Certification #185604), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Seeking Safety (SS), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Christian Behavioral Science (only for those seeking Christian Counseling), amongst other evidenced-based therapeutic modalities. Since 2010, I have worked with hundreds of individuals, couples, children, teens and families dealing with difficult circumstances that are unique to their lives including trauma, substance use, addiction, depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, children and families involved in the legal system and foster care, and patients dealing with chronic pain and chronic medical issues. I am also a PhD student at National University specializing in Psychology.