I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Mount Vernon, Ohio with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (1995).  Then moved to Hampton Roads with my wife, attended and graduated Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA where I received the Master of Arts in Counseling Degree (1997). 

I have been providing individual, family and group therapy to children, adolescents, families and adults in various settings.  In December 2001 I received my L.P.C. (Licensed Professional Counselor) in the state of Virginia. Some of my places of employment include but are not limited to; private practice since 2002, inpatient hospitals x 4 years, group homes, residential treatment centers, in home services and several other employment endeavors. I specialize in numerous mental health issues that are not limited to the following; ADHD, O.D.D., Bipolar Disorder, various anxiety disorders, anger management issues, schizophrenia, addiction issues, legal issues, adolescent issues, parenting issues, marriage therapy, family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy, various mood disorders, and much more. I am a cognitive behavioral, reality-based, behavioral, and solution focused therapist.

I currently lead a court ordered and/or voluntary adult anger management group therapy on Thursday’s over the past 17 years.  I also lead a children anger management group which is held on Saturdays for boys/girls ages 7 to age 13 . I have been doing this group for over 15 years with great results.  Contact my office to see when the next group starts.  

I treat a wide variety of age groups from age 4 to 99 years old. I accept most health insurances and I will set up a fee agreement for those who do not have health insurance. I am an energetic licensed therapist who is passionate about helping patients discover peace, healing, recovery, and hope. Together we will work to assist the healing and learning process  from the past. This will be achieved by becoming aware of what is key and being a smart fish! I look forward to helping you or your family member(s) discover the best of you, heal your past, learn to live in the here and now and prepare for tomorrow by living the best for the day. Today is the only day that can be impacted and you can only control your actions and your part of the day. It is my passion and personal desire to help others find their natural peace, joy and happiness.  I love my career and love helping others learn ways to better love themselves. Fact, the only person who can change and/or control is yourself.