About Therapy
Life is full of storms.
They say you’re either at the beginning of one, smack dab in the middle of one, or coming out of one.
God has given each of us a unique story – a particular journey through life. And it’s not always easy.
Life can test our strength, causing us to suffer from anxiety, depression, and pain. We all face challenges, distress, difficulties, troubles, hurts, and betrayals…
And they leave our mind, body, and spirit overwhelmed.
When the waters get rough…
Many of us wonder how a loving God could allow us to suffer. I believe it’s to help us grow.
Think about walking through high water. It’s hard! Your legs DRAAAAG against the weight and flow of the water. It’s intense, deliberate work that builds us stronger.
Or imagine you’re on a boat, bobbing to and fro in a storm. If you don’t have an anchor, the winds will bandy you about in all directions.
Life’s trials cause us to seek an anchor – to take refuge in Jesus.
“Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”
– Proverbs 16:24 (NIV)
Therapy is a bit like a sandbar.
Anchors are helpful at sea, but a sandbar is a respite. It’s like a little island – something that lets you get your footing before continuing your journey.
As a wounded warrior, I have great compassion and empathy for you. In therapy, I’ll listen to you… deeply.
I use integrative skills, counseling techniques, and Biblical foundations to start the healing process. It may take you a few weeks or a few months to get better…
But when you’re here, the winds and waves will be gentle as you find solace, calm, and peace.
“Suck it up, Buttercup!” Well… healing doesn’t work like that.
You can’t just pull up your “big boy pants” and get over it.
As a kid, I fell off my bike and got rocks, dirt, and cuts on my knees. My dad used warm soap and water to scrub the wound, finishing it with a dash of alcohol. My job was to sit still and blow. Then, the Band-Aid was applied.
Later, my dad ripped the Band-Aid off fast. He said it would hurt less.
But it hurt more because a scab had formed. The wound was in the process of healing, and yanking off that Band-Aid disrupted that.
In therapy, we’ll use my approach… we’ll pull the Band-Aid off slowly so you can heal.
If you’re ready to find relief and hope…
I can guide you in the right direction. I can point you to the anchor, supporting you on your way.
Our sessions will be virtual on a private network. You’re welcome to attend wearing your pajamas, no shoes, or no makeup.
It’s just us… me and you. I’ll be the salt-and-pepper, grey-haired lady with glasses on the other side of the screen.
I can’t wait to meet you and hear your story!
Call today, and we’ll start with your free consultation: (229) 200-3675.
About Me
I am a woman of faith.
Every day, I strive to show others my imperfections and struggles for the glory of God. I’m far from perfect, but as a Christian, I know God forgives me.
I have faced many challenges in life. I’ve survived emotional abuse, several accidents, and natural disasters. If these things have taught me anything, it’s that I’m not in control.
But I’m an overcomer, thanks to Jesus and my hope in Him.
Some of my professional background…
I have an Ed.D. in leadership and higher education administration from Tennessee State, a master’s in mental health counseling from Liberty University, and an MBA from Johns Hopkins.
I’ve been an educator, leader, executive, and counselor for 40 years, supporting folks with disabilities from all walks of life in their Biblical and professional studies.
About my family…
My husband and I have been happily married for 25 years and live in warm, vibrant South Georgia. Beautiful plantations and fields of peanuts and pecans surround us. This is the landscape I see when I start each morning on our back porch with a cup of coffee.
Despite the occasional presence of bothersome gnats, I am now enjoying an empty nest after raising four boys and several dogs through a blended family (lots of challenges there!). I am blessed with two grandchildren.
I am currently savoring every moment of my best life, spending quality time with my husband, and doing activities that bring me great joy.
When I’m not working…
I enjoy playing with Dakota, our German shepherd. Dakota weighs over 100 pounds and habitually knocks things off the tables. We had a rough start, but our relationship has become a loving companionship.
I also care for five neighbor dogs and give them treats when they visit.