Journey
My journey has taken many twists and turns—some expected, others not so much. Each step, guided by God, has shaped me into who I am today, enabling me to walk humbly and gratefully with those brave enough to embark on their own journeys.
Life isn't always easy, and recognizing the "next right thing" can be challenging. That's why I consider it a privilege to come alongside my clients, fostering curiosity, encouraging sober awareness, and promoting active engagement in discovering their next steps.

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Professional Experience
For over seven years, I've been in private practice with Waterstone Counseling & Consulting, specializing in supporting clients struggling with addiction and pursuing recovery.  I also work with a diverse clientele seeking to live more authentically. As an Enneagram Coach, I provide individual and group assessments, help clients develop self-awareness, and facilitate workshops to create supportive business environments.  As a NARM Practitioner, I assist clients with exploring complex PTSD and developmental trauma, and focus on self-regulation, connection, and embodied aliveness.  Since 2024, I've served as the Mental Health Consultant for staff at two Chick-Fil-A restaurants in Birmingham, Alabama, contributing to a holistic support system within a reputable company.

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Client Approach
My approach to working with clients is twofold. First, I aim to provide a nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to reengage with themselves and the world around them.  Second, I strive to create a collaborative relationship centered on each client’s personal desire for change, supporting them in reconnecting with themselves and others to live more fully.

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Education and Training​

Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Alabama at Birmingham 

Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach (BCMMHC#683)

Certified Christian Counselor

Grace Focused Life Coach

NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model) Practitioner

Brainspotting 

Enneagram Coach 

IASIS MicroCurrent Neurofeedback Practitioner

Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors

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hd@waterstonecounseling.org