To arrange a session with me, complete the steps above. At your scheduled time, click on the "Live Help" image above for your private chat session.     Are you feeling sad, discouraged, fed up, anxious or irritable?  Are you having trouble concentrating or feeling worried? Are you feeling discouraged about your relationships or are you struggling with your job?  Is alcohol or another substance becoming more important than you’d like?  Is your sleep or your appetite disturbed?  Or would you just like a little support or a fresh perspective?  I believe that each of us holds the answers to life's quest within us! We just need a little help unblocking those answers from the noise within.  The challenges that block us are very individual but often fall into one or more of the following  - something from your past that remains difficult, a recent stressful event, a medical illness/condition, or a relationship problem whether that be with work, a good friend, spouse or a child. It's been my privilege to help people for over 20 years and I'd be honored to assist you! I have an open, warm and interactive approach.  Together we can look at what you’re concerned about and find new ideas and solutions to help you move forward to a happier life! If for one reason or another it is difficult for you to get to an office - take advantage of internet therapy!  I can meet with you via Email, Phone or Chat.  If you're new to online or phone counseling, I can easily walk you through the process! AREAS OF SPECIALTY Personal Growth:  eliminating negative thinking or self sabotage; optimizing potential in work or personal life; stress management; self-esteem; removing blocks from the past; overcoming abuse or neglect.   Relationships:  marriage or partner issues; family interactions; parenting; co-workers or management.   Life Transitions: job/work development; separation/divorce; coming of age; retirement; aging; becoming a parent; realizing your potential. Health Issues:  impact of chronic illness; issues of acute illness; stress management; PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder); fatigue or low energy. Life Functioning:  anxiety; fear; panic; depression; isolation; loneliness; trauma.   Habit change:  compulsive behavior; addiction and addictive behavior; smoking cessation; weight management; shopping/spending management. CREDENTIALS/TRAINING BS (Michigan State University) MSW (University of Michigan) LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Ohio – Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor Endorsement, License #I-0005442 Ohio – Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor, License # 944032 Ohio –Internationally Certified Clinical Supervisor (OCDPB) EMDR Certification Level I and II Distance Credentialed Counselor (DCC) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS National Association of Social Workers Online Therapy Institute International Society Mental Health Online   TIME ZONE: EST   eTherapistsOnline.com is one of a Family of Mental Health Sites