Resume

Work
Experience

2026- Present

Clinical Director at The Regroup

We launched Regroup Counseling’s Rogers, AR location in 2021 and have successfully grown the clinic into a thriving practice of multiple therapists. My role blends clinical leadership, program development, community engagement, and operational management to support the long‑term growth of the clinic.

Key Contributions & Responsibilities:

1. Established the Rogers location, building clinical capacity to a multi‑therapist practice.

2. Developed strong referral networks with medical providers, spiritual leaders, school and community partners, and other allied professionals.

3. Created and expanded specialty service lines in couples therapy, addiction, attachment work, trauma-focused modalities, and registered play therapy, helping define the clinic’s identity and clinical strengths.

4. Provide case staffing, consultation, and mentorship to therapists.

5. Lead recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding for new clinicians as the clinic continues to scale.

6. Provided support and collaboration on marketing strategies, community outreach, and brand development efforts.

7. Manage day‑to‑day clinic operations, workflows, and team communication.

8. Guide long‑term clinical programming and contribute to strategic growth initiatives for the Rogers location.

2017 - Present

Private Practice

Founded ARLMFT LLC as a private practice in 2017, growing into a specialized provider of evidence-based services for adults, couples, healthcare professionals, and corporate professionals.

2013 - 2017

Residential Treatment Center

Provided specialized trauma and addiction therapy at Capstone Treatment Center, a 90-day intensive treatment program serving high-acuity cases. Delivered individualized care and led dynamic group sessions focused on emotional regulation, resilience, and recovery. Facilitated experiential healing through high and low ropes courses, fostering trust, confidence, and personal growth in a structured therapeutic environment.

Education

2011-2013

Abilene Christian University | Master's Marriage and Family Therapy

Completed a COAMFTE-accredited graduate program focused on helping couples and families navigate complex relational and emotional challenges. Developed expertise in systemic therapy approaches, trauma treatment, and cross-cultural sensitivity, integrating evidence-based practices with a holistic, values-driven perspective. Gained advanced skills in counseling, assessment, and intervention through coursework in child and adolescent therapy, medical family therapy, and addictive disorders, complemented by supervised clinical experience. Prepared for professional licensure and equipped to serve in diverse settings with a commitment to empathy, equity, and transformative care.

2006 - 2011

Harding University | BA
Theology & Missions Degree

Explored the intersection of faith, culture, and social systems with a strong emphasis on cross-cultural understanding and respect. Developed a global perspective rooted in cultural relativism, learning to engage diverse communities with humility and empathy. Combined rigorous study of scripture with sociological insights into cultural dynamics, power structures, and social change. Gained practical experience in intercultural communication, community development, and collaborative ministry through international missions and immersive fieldwork. Prepared to serve in ways that honor cultural identity, promote equity, and foster authentic relationships across boundaries.

Skills
& Expertise

Body-Based Nervous System Regulation:

An approach that uses somatic techniques to restore physiological balance, reduce stress responses, and support emotional regulation and trauma recovery.

Certified Trauma Therapist

A comprehensive certification program from Spirit2Spirit that equips clinicians with advanced skills in trauma assessment, experiential and holistic treatment modalities, and evidence-based interventions, including psychodrama, breathwork, adventure therapy, equine therapy, Internal Family Systems, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, supported by supervised practice to ensure effective application in clinical settings.

The Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3:

The Gottman Method is a research-based approach for couples that begins with a thorough relationship assessment and integrates interventions grounded in the Sound Relationship House Theory. It offers structured tools to disarm conflicting communication, increase intimacy, respect, and affection, and create empathy and understanding. The Gottman Method is widely recognized for improving relationship satisfaction and resilience across diverse populations.

Healthcare Peer Coaching Practitioner:

A coaching framework designed to promote resilience, reduce burnout, and support healthcare professionals through collaborative, forward-focused conversations. Training completed through ICF Accredited Physicians Coaching Institute.

Integrative Attachment Therapy Three Pillars Model:

Integrative Attachment Therapy (IAT) is an evidence-based therapeutic model developed by Daniel Brown, PhD, and David Elliott, PhD, and outlined in their award-winning book Attachment Disturbances in Adults: Treatment for Comprehensive Repair (2016). This approach is designed to repair attachment disturbances in adults by integrating principles of attachment theory, developmental psychology, and trauma-informed care. IAT combines structured protocols with experiential techniques to help clients rebuild a sense of security and connection that was disrupted in early life.

Narrative Therapy:

Narrative Therapy is defined as a collaborative, strengths-based therapeutic approach that views problems as separate from the person and helps individuals re-author their life stories. It focuses on identifying and reshaping dominant narratives that may limit a person’s identity or well-being, encouraging clients to create alternative, empowering stories that reflect resilience, values, and preferred ways of living.

Parts-Based Integration through Self-Compassion:

A method that uses guided Imagery and self-compassion practices to integrate fragmented self-states, reduce internal conflict, and promote awareness and healing.

Seven Principles Workshop Leader:

A workshop program based on Gottman research that teaches couples evidence-based strategies to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen emotional connection.