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• Washington State University

  • Psychology, Sociology and Criminal Justice.

• Certified Transformational Life Coach, Seattle Life Coach Training

• Adult/Youth Mental Health Certified Facilitator through MHFA USA

• Facilitator: Benton Franklin Juvenile Justice Center Diversion 

• ESD Prevention Interventionist

• Trauma Informed, ACE Trained

• Anger Regression Training, Certified

• Benton Franklin Dispute Resolution Center Mediator Training

• Sexual Assault Response Center Advocate Certified

• Columbia Basin Domestic Violence Advocate Certified

• Mid Columbia Ropes Course Co-Facilitator

• YMCA of the USA Director Status

• Over 30 years experience working with kids/teens/young adults  

• Specialization with pre-teen, teen, young adult and support to parents

  • Mentored/ guided/ encouraged/ assisted and empowered

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Hello and Welcome!

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I  have always been drawn to work with families and those struggling through life's challenges.  I am fortunate that my career combines my gifts and my passion – connecting with individuals and helping them to look inside, explore their path and make the hard choices to find success and satisfaction. 

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Very early in my career I designed and administered youth programs for the YMCA.  The work I did brought happiness to children and teens from all walks of life and all socioeconomic backgrounds by embracing the values of spirit, mind and body.  I knew from that point that I would eventually pursue a career helping young people navigate the challenges of growing up and becoming their best version of themselves. 

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For the past 10+ years I have supported numerous high schools as a Student Achievement Specialist and a Prevention Interventionist.  Through my work with the ESD of Washington State I have worked with some of the most challenged schools  in our state.  It’s here that I realized the profound difference one person can make in the health, happiness and future potential of other human beings.

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Let's chat!

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KInd Regards,

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