When someone you love is struggling, finding the right support can feel overwhelming. Families are often faced with complex decisions at a time when they are already worried, exhausted, and unsure where to turn. I provide the perspective, knowledge, and steady guidance needed to help families understand their options and move forward with confidence.

I have worked in behavioral health and addiction for more than 25 years. I began my career in social work, supporting individuals and families affected by mental health and substance-use concerns. Through this work, I saw firsthand how deeply these challenges affect the entire family—and how outpatient treatment is not always enough.

Since 2005, I have specialized in therapeutic and educational consulting, helping hundreds of families identify appropriate schools, treatment programs, providers, and continuing-care services. My experience working directly with individuals and families, alongside clinical professionals, and within treatment programs allows me to understand the process from multiple perspectives.

I visit approximately 50 programs and schools each year and remain in ongoing communication with clinical, educational, and admissions teams across the country. These relationships and continued evaluations help me stay informed about changes in leadership, treatment approaches, student populations, and program strengths. They also allow me to provide families with current, firsthand insight that goes beyond websites and marketing materials.

My perspective has also been shaped by personal experiences supporting friends and loved ones through mental health, educational, and treatment-related challenges. These experiences have deepened the empathy and understanding I bring to families navigating difficult decisions.

On a personal note, I live in Westfield, Indiana, with my husband, our three children, and two dogs. Outside of work, I enjoy tennis, hiking, biking, cooking, painting, and spending time with family and friends.