Founder & Clinical Director

• Sep 2018 - Present

Clinical Therapist

• May 2019 - Dec 2021

Beloved Atlanta is a 2 year residential program designed for women who are survivors of sex trafficking, exploitation, and addiction. Beloved Atlanta is a 2 year residential program designed for women who are survivors of sex trafficking, exploitation, and addiction.

DBT Outpatient Manager

• Nov 2016 - Feb 2019

DBT Outpatient Therapist

• Jan 2016 - Feb 2019

The DBT outpatient program offers individual DBT therapy and coaching, DBT skills training sessions, and phone coaching for adults ages 18 and older.http://www.skylandtrail.org/OutpatientDBT.aspx

Group Counselor

• May 2014 - Aug 2017

Leading and writing curriculum for psychoeducation and process groups

Counselor

• Mar 2015 - Jan 2016

I currently hold an Associate License in Professional Counseling and work with clients from a strength-based perspective who are experiencing challenging life experiences, including individuals who work in the direct service and nonprofit field. Focus is on:1) Teaching skills for coping with intense emotions, stress, and traumatic experiences2) Creating a safe space for acceptance and support in life transitions 3) Empowering young adults seeking identity and positive life changes​ ​4) Working with survivors of sexual abuse and exploitation

Content Manager

• May 2014 - Apr 2015

Counseling Intern

• May 2014 - Apr 2015

● Work with clients seeking outpatient clinical care including intake, assessment, and written documentation of treatment plan and progress● Counsel clients presenting with mood disorders, physical and sexual abuse, codependence, career direction, sexual identity issues, spiritual issues, and marital issues● Teach psycho-education groups in the community about self-esteem and cognitive behavioral skills ● Work with clients seeking outpatient clinical care including intake, assessment, and written documentation of treatment plan and progress● Counsel clients presenting with mood disorders, physical and sexual abuse, codependence, career direction, sexual identity issues, spiritual issues, and marital issues● Teach psycho-education groups in the community about self-esteem and cognitive behavioral skills

Grants Manager and Executive Assistant

• Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

Wellspring Living exists to confront the issues of childhood sexual abuse and exploitation through awareness, training, and treatment of programs for women and girls. ● Performed duties including communication, scheduling, and staff coordination to assist the President● Created written communication and media, alongside development team, including leading preparation for speaking engagement at TEDxPeachtree 2013● Designed training materials, trained speakers, and taught awareness of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST) to college classes, community groups, and churches● Led grant writing, appraisal, management, and submission

Operations Manager

• Sep 2012 - Jul 2013

We provide stabilization and funding for care and counseling of individuals with HIV/AIDS in Kenya through a holistic program that focuses on education, accountability, and community support through the local church. We provide stabilization and funding for care and counseling of individuals with HIV/AIDS in Kenya through a holistic program that focuses on education, accountability, and community support through the local church.

Director of Children's Programming | CORE After-School Director

• May 2010 - Aug 2012

City of Refuge is a nonprofit located in the Bankhead community that holistically serves their neighborhood through empowering programming that addresses need of individuals and families. CORE Academy and Summer Club, in partnership with After-School All-Stars program, is a trauma informed program benefitting children that have experienced homelessness, domestic violence, and neglect, and offers them a safe, nurturing environment that includes academic support, music and arts enrichment, health & fitness, and person development through partnership with local agencies and professionals. Our focus is relationship and consistent encouragement to both our children and their families.

Independent Sales Contractor | Sales Manager

• Apr 2007 - Aug 2008

● Worked in independent direct sales approximately 900 hours in 20 weeks seeing 7,600+ people and achieving approximately 4,500 creative and engaging presentations● Researched and offered informed advice to families about the educational options in two districts including current curriculum and outside programs while encouraging parents to have a greater influence on their children’s education● Kept track of financial records and inventory, selling over $75,000 worth of merchandise● Mentored three first year sales contractors, offering selling technique and advice on personal growth