I began my career in the behavioral health field with a strong commitment to assisting individuals in need through case management services. This early experience provided me with a valuable foundation in connecting individuals and families with community resources, navigating barriers to care, advocating for client needs, and supporting individuals through complex life circumstances. My passion for helping others encouraged me to further my education, leading me to earn my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Ohio University and expand my career into clinical behavioral health practice. I have now dedicated 19 years to the behavioral health field, serving adult populations experiencing a wide range of mental health and substance use disorders. I am an independently licensed behavioral health professional, holding credentials as a Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation (LISW-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC). In addition to my professional licensure, I have obtained specialized certifications and training in crisis management and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) interventions, which further support my ability to work with individuals experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, and crisis-related needs. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience working with individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental health disorders, complex behavioral health needs, co-occurring mental health and substance use