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About 

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"Being a First Responder is more than a job. It's an identity"

I was on duty in upstate New York during the events of September 11, 2001. That day forever changed the lives of First Responders everywhere. For me, it inspired a passion to become a counselor, and serve firefighters, police officers, and medical personnel who are working on the front lines of our communities, keeping us safe. 

Professional Collaborations

- The Fire Department of New York. Family Services Unit: Group Work in Counseling 

- The City of Chicago Fire Department: Proactive Mental Health Awareness

- The San Francisco Fire Department: Post-Incident Stress Debriefing

- The City of Miami Fire Department: Safely Accessing Mental Health Resources 

Mental Health Presentations 

  • First Responder Mental Health Workshop: City of Milton Police and Fire Departments

  • Mental Health Awareness: Jackson County Emergency Medical Services Division 

  • Critical Incident Training: Athens-Clarke County Police Department 

  • Mental Health Awareness for Fire Officers: Atlanta Fire Department

  • Recruit Firefighter Mental Health Awareness: Forsyth County Fire Department

  • Proactive Mental Health Strategies: Riverdale Fire Department

Education

- Doctor of Philosophy. Counselor Education, University of Georgia.

- Master of Science. Mental Health Counseling. St. John Fisher College.

- Bachelors of Science. Community and Human Services. Empire State College. 

- Associate of Occupational Sciences: Corning Community College.

Professional Recognition's and Honors

  • Licensed Professional Counselor, Georgia Department of State

  • Emerging Leader Award: Association of Counselor Education and Supervision

  • Spellman-Roberts Family Scholarship: Empire State College

  • Genessee Valley Scholarship: Empire State College

  • New York State Fire Academy: Student Faculty Association Scholarship

  • Student Travel Grant: University of Georgia, Gwinnett Campus

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