I began my career as an elementary teacher and then chose this career path due to my own childhood experiences. I am an author, speaker and compassion fatigue restoration specialist. I help the helpers who who suffer because of what they see. I am a social worker who works with children who have cancer and their parents. I am involved whether it be throughout the treatments or in their passing. I also work with veterans who suffer from PTSD and the VA for those who are struggling as well as children who are abused. Caregivers do not take care of themselves. 

I prepared for this career by getting my BA in Social Welfare and my MA in Social Work. I have a certificate in post graduate adjustment counseling therapy and in compassion fatigue specialist.

The biggest challenge I've overcome is pushing myself too much to the point of self-neglect.

My greatest strength is listening. I am authentically who I am and have a great deal of energy.

My greatest accomplishment has been learning to listen.

My goal is to continue to always be the trainer and coach, but have someone else run the business. There is a huge need for more people like myself. I would like to start a school to train people to do what I do. It would be a certification program. I plan on developing and designing the school so I can get started.

My inspiration is my own experiences. Agencies aren't supported. If I can help one person I am inspired.

I most want to be remembered for helping those who help others.

I participate in The National Association of Social Workers and La Kata St. Joseph's Indian School.

I was featured in Unlimited Woman Magazine.

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I enjoy painting on canvas, bike riding, outdoor activities and movies.