My mission is for people to know the love and freedom that come from living an authentic life. Whether you have lost a loved one, ended a relationship, or are in the depths of despair for some other reason, there exists a part of you that can transform any painful life story into a joyful one. It is a matter of experiencing yourself and your life’s journey in a new way.
Over the years, I have worked with thousands of people to help them make the changes they want to make. I am licensed to practice as both a counselor and a marriage and family therapist in the state of Texas.
Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a classically-trained singer, who entered the University of Texas on a music scholarship. I also worked as a magazine editor and was a marketing director for a large bank before I became a therapist. I have been in private practice for over 25 years.
I have a bachelor of journalism degree from the University of Texas at Austin, a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from the University of Houston – Clear Lake, and a Ph.D. in marriage and family therapy with a creative systemic studies emphasis from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. My doctoral dissertation is on love and cybernetics in the practice of family therapy.
On a personal note, I have several creative pursuits. I have always loved music and was a student of the piano and vocal-performance for many years. I have performed with the Houston Symphony Chorus, as well as other solo performances. Today, I also play the guitar, harmonica and mandolin for fun.
I grew up on a working cattle ranch, so I’ve had a very diverse life experience with a cowboy father and a mother who is both a musician and a fine artist.
I love to cook, especially family recipes and anything healthy. I am an amateur marathon-walker who is also an avid fan of beautiful flowers and plants, water sports, art, music, but mostly — people — and always at the top of my list, the many members of my own family and extended family of friends.
