About Me

I am a pastor's wife and understand first-hand the challenges a person faces in ministry.

I am the host of the Real Talk 238 podcast where taboo topics are discussed that aren't always discussed in the church. You can listen on Podbean, just download the app.

Since 2010, I have worked with individuals who have experienced severe childhood trauma; sexual trauma; and were victims of spiritual and ritual abuse.

Education:

I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology, my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and my education specialist (EdS) degree in clinical mental health counseling at Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville AL.

My extensive research includes trauma, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex-PTSD, and forgiveness.

Poster presentations include:

• “The Relationship Between Forgiveness and Gratitude, and How it Relates to Trauma”
• “The Misconceptions of Dissociative Identity Disorder”

Practicum & Internship:

I completed my practicum and internship at Hill Crest Behavioral Hospital in Birmingham, AL, working with adolescent females who had histories of severe trauma and aggressive behavior.

Training:

Level 1 and 2 trained in Brainspotting

Level 1 training in tele-mental health

Level 1 trained in the Gottman method for couples

Who I work with:

• Adults
• Individuals
• Veterans
• First Responders
• Ministry

Issues I work with:

• Trauma
• Abuse (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, ritual)
• Post-traumatic Stress disorder (PTSD)
• Complex PTSD
• Dissociative disorders
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Agoraphobia
• Grief
• Spiritual growth

Insurance accepted:

Please check your insurance to see if the therapist is listed as an approved provider under your plan.

If your insurance is not listed, it's not accepted.

Private pay rates are HERE.

Sliding scale rate available through Open Path.

• Aetna
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama
• BlueHPN
• Expanded Psychiatric Services (EPS)
• PEEHIP
• New Directions | Lucet
• TriCare
• Viva Health Commercial (not Medicaid)
• United Health Care UHC | UBH
• Optum
• United Medical Resources (UMR)

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS:

I have spoken and taught on the subjects of Forgiveness, PTSD, DID, Trauma-informed Care, Suicide Awareness, and Suicide Prevention.

Various locations include individuals, in the classroom, churches, symposiums, women’s small groups, mental health groups, residential treatment centers, and trauma recovery center for victims of sex trafficking.

CONSULTATIONS, WORKSHOPS, & TRAININGS:

I provide training to medical professionals, behavioral health professionals, churches, and ministry teams on Trauma-informed Care, suicide awareness, and suicide prevention. To schedule a training, call 205.259.6838 option 4 and leave a voicemail.

My Ideal Client

My ideal client is the individual who has a history of severe trauma yet has the desire and motivation to heal from their past so they can incorporate a better quality of life.

Everyone deserves a chance to heal while receiving safe, positive and healthy support.

I am also a pastor's wife and understand first-hand the challenges a person faces in ministry.