I am a native South Louisianian, born in Houma. I attended Nicholls State University for my Bachelor’s degree and University of Southern Mississippi for my Master’s and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I have raised two children with my husband. I developed what would become a long-term passion for working with youth during my teen years, in both my paid and volunteer work. During my internship at the New Orleans VA, I learned that I enjoyed helping adults to improve their mental health. I am a believer in intervening as early as possible, building on the strengths of my clients and their parents/family, and taking into consideration all aspects of the life of my client - social, cultural, school, family, friends, community, and media.