Please look around and discover all of the wonderful experiences that have shaped me into the person I am today. From attending The University of Toledo with the thought of becoming an engineer, to completing my Masters in Mental Health Counseling, I am confident that I have selected a vocational path that is my BEST fit.
My journey as a counselor has allowed me to not only touch the lives of individuals in my community, but also has motivated me to grow personally and professionally. No matter what career or personal challenges my clients possess, it is my duty to develop a therapeutic relationship that empowers them to make positive change and enhance their lives.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate transitions. Whether in a career or personal context, we all experience change and adversity. I have found that when people are prepared, diligent, and visualize their preferred outcomes, the results of their transition provide positive growth and new opportunities.
-Outside of work, you can find me on the golf course!
My Journey
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Masters Degree , Oakland University
Degree: Mental Health Counseling
My time at Oakland University is where I truly began to develop my professional identity. I applied for a Graduate Assistantship to work in The Adult Career Counseling Center and after being selected, I began the process of entering the career service industry. I now have the pleasure of saying that I have helped over 50 individuals and provided over 350+ direct hours with members from the surrounding Metro-Detroit communities. Although a person's career is not their entire life, it is a resource that is utilized to provide for themselves and their families.
During my clinical semester, I also had the opportunity to provide mental health services. This was not only a great educational experience, but also very rewarding due to the fact that I had the chance to help and watch individuals make positive changes in their lives. Learning how to case conceptualize in a mental health capacity has also helped me thrive in the career service industry.
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Bachelors Degree, The University of Toledo
Degree: Sociology/Minor in Counseling
Although I originally attended this school for Engineering, I ended up finding my true passion, Mental Health Counseling. Along the way I met lifelong friends, sought guidance from professors, received my first promotion for a job, and volunteered for a program assisting children with learning disabilities. Looking back on my time in Toledo only brings back positive memories.
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Supervisor of Reconditioning Team, The University of Toledo
The Reconditioning Team consisted of student workers from The University of Toledo and assisted the Residence Life Department during the summer and fall/spring semesters. After just a year and a half on the team, I was promoted to supervisor and lead a team of 8 students for the remainder of my time at the university. My teams role was crucial to the preparation of the dormitories for incoming and returning students.
Completed multiple projects for dormitory hall directors, as well as building service directors, which required communication and team cohesion between myself and the directors
Provided assistance pertaining to furniture moves for students with special needs
Reviewed resumes and conducted interviews for prospective student employees
Drafted and maintained student work schedules and hours completed per week.
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Co-Leader of Career Workshop, OU Cares Autism Center
Developed a 7-week career workshop for adults with Autism
Co-leads weekly workshop sessions
Educates group members on critical career development skills
Assists in the construction of career marketing materials such as resumes and cover letters
My Practicum semester of my Masters in Counseling program was my first true test of working with individuals with behavioral and cognitive problems. I was able to successfully translate my education into practice. I worked with various demographics and also had the opportunity of working with a couple. My theoretical orientation aligned with that of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. The accomplishments and overview of my time as a Practicum Counselor are outlined below:
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Completion of over 50 direct client hours
Selected to Co-Facilitate the career counseling group for the undergraduate CNS 264 class at Oakland University
Delivered 3 case management presentations to Practicum students
Completion of 5 client cases
OVERVIEW:
Treated clients with cognitive and behavioral problems
Composed effective treatment plans and strategies for client cases
Maintained accurate documentation and record keeping
Received weekly supervision from a Licensed Professional Counselor
Counseled clients in individual, group, and couple settings
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Career Counseling Advisor, Adult Career Counseling Center-Oakland University
Although working as a Career Counseling Advisor is very similar to my current position as a Career Management Consultant, it also had its differences. As a Career Counseling Advsior, I had the opportunity to dive much deeper into the personal lives of my clients in order to discover the true nature of the vocational concerns. The accomplishments and overview of my time as a Career Counseling Advisor are detailed below:
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Coordinated and facilitated semi-annual Advisory Board meeting as a networking tool for professionals in the career service industry
Conducted over 250 hours of direct career counseling hours with clients in Michigan from the Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne county area.
Established a partnership with OU Cares Autism Center and developed a 7-week career workshop
Completion of over 50 client cases
OVERVIEW:
Assists community members with career exploration and guidance in employment transitions
Administers career assessment to identify values, interests, and skills to support vocational and academic decisions
Reviews resumes and cover letters to ensure marketability and efficiency
Develops and leads 6 week Career Counseling Groups
Provides clients with career searching strategies and interview techniques
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Career Management Consultant , Right Management
Lets put the Career in its place
Career Management Consultant
I provide career coaching services for individuals in vocational transitions. Whether their company went through restructuring and their position/department was eliminated, or they took a voluntary severance package, it is my job to get these people back on their feet.
I encourage a balanced perspective where my clients are spending time on their careers, but also their personal lives. Most of my clients agree that their families are their top priority. Their next position should compliment their lives outside of work. A career should provide support, identity, purpose, and fulfillment, but it should also not add additional stress or come before our own well-being.
Services
Career Coaching
Resume Writing
Interview Preparation
Job Search Strategies
Networking Strategies
Research Techniques
Brand Development
Proudest Accomplishments
Passing the National Counselor Examination (NCE) & Completing my Masters in Mental Health Counseling
Experience Highlights
The Andersons - Retail
Created and implemented Career Development workshops for 1000+ displaced employees
Volunteer
Perceptual Motor Development Program-providing remedial treatment for children with disabilities.
Developed 7-Week Workshop for Adults with Autism
OU cares at Oakland University
Practicum Counselor
Clinical semester for masters in Mental Health Counseling Program
Career Counseling Advisor
Career counseling services for Metro-detroit community members
Career Management Consultant
Right Management-Global career experts
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Minor: Counseling
The University of Toledo
Masters in Mental Health Counseling
Oakland university
Licenses & Certifications
NCC
National Certified Counselor
LLPC
Limited Licensed Professional Counselor
Interests
Music
I have played guitar for 16 years and have music playing whenever I have the chance
Golfing
I am a golf fanatic. Whether it is playing or watching on tv!
Career Education
enhancing career management and development skills.
helping my clients-Updated weekly!
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Hole-in Ones
2k+
Individuals served
1.8k+
Career Coaching hours
Components of my craft
Personal Branding
6
Interview Preparation
6
leadership/Supervisor
6
group facilitation
8
career assessments
6
resume writing
6
Mental health Education
5
CAreer counseling
6
Questions & Answers
As a counselor, why do you work in the Career Service/Management Industry?
Although I thoroughly enjoyed my experience in a clinical setting, I could not help but notice that many of the clients I worked with were also experiencing career issues. Either that, or a negative work environment or job loss was inhibiting positive growth personally.
Think about when you meet someone new, what is usually the first question they ask you? Usually, some form of "What do you do for work?" comes up! It is my view that our careers are very much so part of our identity and intertwined with our personal lives. Knowing this, examining the clients I work with from a clinical and career perspective allows me to get the whole picture.
As a counselor, it is critically important to establish and develop your therapeutic approach. I am confident that working in the Career Service/Management fits my style and allows me to perform at my best for the clients I serve. 
What do I mean by "Navigating Transitions"?
In order to adapt and successfully manage a transition, it is important to examine your support system, resources, strengths, and most importantly, visualize your preferred outcome! It is also important to maintain a balanced perspective. All successful athletes take time away from their craft; as should you. Whether in a personal or career transition, we as humans do not make the best decisions when we are stressed, burnt out, or frustrated. If you wake up feeling unmotivated, there is most likely a valid reason why. These are the types of days where participating in your respected self-care rituals and taking time off from your job search/transition is critical.
There are many times in an individual's life that they must face change and adversity. This can take place when a student is facing the difficult decision of selecting a major, when an employee unexpectedly loses a job, or if an individual is facing a personal event. Transitions can take many different forms, but it is important to note that strategies can be put into motion to help you take tackle these challenges head on!
Why did I become a counselor?
It is truly a rewarding experience for me to create an unbiased, non-judgmental, and educational platform for individuals to make positive growth in their personal and vocational lives.
