Experience

As a practicing counselor since 1979, child and family therapist since 1986 and mediator since 1996, I have worked in a rich variety of settings with diverse client populations. As a parent and grandparent, and oldest  child of aging parents, my personal experiences with a variety of individual and family issues give me yet another perspective from which to connect with my clients. I have expanded my worldview with travel   outside of the US, and hope to do much more.

Education

I followed my Master's degree with post-graduate study in Family Therapy, and have continued my education in all areas of child, family and couple therapy, and in family and divorce mediation. My Doctoral studies were focused on multiculturalism and adult development, which sparked an interest (at the age of 50) in the areas of 'aging well' and Medical Crisis Counseling.

License and Certifications

  • Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (Lic. #C2132)
  • Member, Oregon Counseling Association
  • Certified Family Therapist (Portland Family Institute)
  • Certified Parent-Adolescent and Family Mediator (PSU)
  • Certified Clinical Supervisor (PSU)