What do the letters mean?

MA = Master of Arts Degree (in Counseling)

LPC = Licensed Professional Counselor

This is the license I hold with the State of Michigan (License #6401014397) to practice as a counselor. I am also licensed in the State of Virginia (License #0701013051) as an LPC.

NCC = National Certified Counselor

In addition to meeting the requirements held by the State of Michigan, I have elected to also meet the requirements held by the National Board for Certified Counselors

I’ve worked hard for those letters, and in the future might even try to get a few more. I aim to be a lifelong learner, wherever that learning takes me.

What were the education & license requirements for my profession?

I graduated from Spring Arbor University with a Masters of Arts in Counseling. Part of that education meant that I received graduate level training in psychopathology, counseling theory and techniques, group work, and many other classes geared toward making me a qualified counselor. I completed a 100 hour practicum, followed by a 600 hour internship, both supervised by many highly qualified mental health providers. After graduation, I received an additional 3,000 hours of supervision.

My status as a National Certified Counselor requires many continuing education credits which I am regularly acquiring.

It’s worth noting that I am not qualified to prescribe or recommend medication. I am however, more than happy to work with your prescriber to help you get the treatment you need.

What insurance and payment do I accept?

At this time, I am building up the non-insurance side of my business. You can read more about that on the Fees page of my website

I am currently able to take Blue Cross Blue Shield and BlueCare Network insurance. For other insurances, I am able to provide you with a receipt which you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Each plan is different, so you would need to contact your insurance to see what to do with out of network providers.

I accept payment online via credit/debit/HSA cards.

Have other questions?

Send them via email, I am happy to answer them.