I have always been curious about human behavior and why we do the things we do. That interest led me to an M.S. in Counseling/Educational Psychology. I have continued to learn and grow my whole life and have been coaching - starting in the non-profit sector and more recently in the business and healthcare industry, for the last 7 years. I have worked with men and women of all ages, including doctors, CPAs, healthcare executives, stay-at-home moms, teachers, real estate appraisers, pastors, and their spouses, and others in ministry-related jobs. I consider it an honor and privilege to be let into another persons interior world. I believe wholeheartedly that change is possible and feel energized and passionate when I am helping others on their journey. I have had several great coaches in my lifetime and the work I have done alongside them has changed the trajectory of my life. I have been married for 32 years and have three adult children.

I take very seriously my own personal transformation and growth, knowing I cannot help/lead others beyond my own level of emotional maturity. My ongoing work continues in my marriage, my relationships with my adult children and their spouses as well as relationships within my family of origin – my mom and my four siblings. I have a coach I meet with on a regular basis and have several other individuals who can provide coaching for me in other areas of my life.

Education

Master of Science – Counseling/Educational Psychology
Southern Illinois University
Graduated August 1991

Bachelor of Science, Education
Southern Illinois University
Graduated May 1987 – University High Honors

Experience

Faithwalking |  2013-present
Coach, Presenter, Facilitator, Trainer
Coach participants, present material at retreats, facilitate online learning groups, and train and supervise coaches around personal transformation and community/global change. 

Creating Our Best | April 2018-August 2020
Coach and Presenter
Coach physicians, healthcare executives, and Executive Directors/Board Members of various non-profits around personal and organizational change utilizing vision casting to identify organizational goals.  Present material at retreats and interact with participants in a group setting.

Decatur Mental Health Center | August 1991-October 1992
Therapist – High-Risk Mothers
Administered individual and group therapy and implemented strategic individualized plans utilizing appropriate agencies.