About

From a young age, I had a natural inclination toward helping others. Although I didn't know exactly what it meant to lend a listening ear or show empathetic understanding, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in social services. Despite my grandfather's wishes for me to become a reporter, I earned a degree in journalism and quickly realized that it wasn't the right path for me. Eventually, I became a police officer in New Orleans for over eight years before deciding to pursue my true calling.

I received my Master's degree in Counseling and a Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Holy Cross in Louisiana. I opened Greater New Orleans Counseling Services, LLC, with the goal of providing a much-needed service to the community. My experience as a Counselor is diverse, having worked with victims and witnesses of violent crimes, law enforcement, substance abuse, and disaster recovery, among other things.

One of the things I learned during my time as a police officer is that it takes a lot of courage to ask for help when needed. I saw firsthand how a person's normal coping mechanisms can fail them, and I wanted to be a part of the solution. As a member of the Louisiana Counseling Association and the American Counseling Association and a Nationally Certified Counselor, I am committed to providing the support and guidance my clients need to overcome their challenges.