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7906 New Lagrange Road
Louisville, Kentucky 40222
(502) 257-8621
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I specialize in treating adopted and foster children (kids from "hard places") and their families, and children and adults who have experienced trauma, i.e.: Chronic Medical Illness, Hospitalization, & Crime Victims. I graduated from Florida State University in 1989 with a Masters in Clinical Social Work. I am the author of four books: "The Adoptive & Foster Parent Guide", "Devotions of Comfort and Hope for Adoptive & Foster Moms", and "Clothed In Armor: Spiritual Warfare for Adopted and Foster Kids", and "Clothe In Armor: Spiritual Warfare for Kids." All books can be found on Amazon or my website, www.forever-families.com. Trauma can originate from repetitive neglect, abuse, past hurts or one time events; either can be successfully addressed and resolved. Attachment difficulties are often related to early deprivation, abandonment, neglect or abuse; conditions that are often found for kids from "hard places" who have lived in orphanages, and/or foster care. When I work with children with unresolved trauma or attachment, the family is greatly involved in every session. Typically, parents remain in the therapy room for each visit with their child. I also work with adult adoptees and adults who had been in the foster care system.

My Specialties
Adoption
Trauma and PTSD
Trauma
PTSD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Chronic Medical Illness, Crime Victim
Chronic Medical Illness
Crime Victim
Depression
Family Conflict