Training and Credentials
I received my Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 1977 and the ACSW certification in 1979. I have been a psychotherapist and program director for at-risk adults in community mental health; and a psychotherapist and treatment team leader for children and adolescents in a long-term inpatient psychiatric hospital. At ETC Preparatory Academy on Mercer Island, I taught English and Humanities, one-on-one, to a diverse population of bright, special needs high school students, particularly those with ADD/ADHD and dual diagnoses. I devised curriculum tailored to the individual needs of each student. In addition, I coached parent and adolescents on life skills/issues related to ADD/ADHD. Most recently, and concurrent with my private practice, I prove pre-and post home assessments for international adoptions. In my private practice, I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities, dual diagnoses and addictions. I have extensive knowledge of and experience with treatment of addictions. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Washington State (License # LW00008671).