About Heather.

Education

Central Michigan University

Competed a Bachelor of Science Degree with a double major in Sociology and Psychology

Grand Valley State University

Completed a Master of Social Work degree

Licensure and Certifications

State of Indiana

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Association for Play Therapy

Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor

Specialized Trainings:

Level I Theraplay®

I have completed Level I Theraplay® training through the Theraplay®Institute in Chicago, IL.

EMDR

I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy through EMDRIA.

SandTray

I have completed levels 1-4 of Sand Tray training through the Sand Tray Training Institute of New Mexico.

Teaching Experience

Indiana University School of Social Work- Adjunct Faculty

I have served as an adjunct professor in the Indiana University School of Social Work Program. I taught students about clinical social work at the graduate level through IUPUI.

Purdue University Fort Wayne

I served as an Adjunct faculty in the Education Department. I taught an Interpersonal Communications and Development course.

Work Experience

I have worked in a variety of settings from community mental health to outpatient care. I spent time working in foster care and residential treatment for teens. I started my private practice in 2016. I specialize in the treatment of children and teens. I do not see new clients who are over 18. If you were a former or current client, I will continue treatment past 18 if requested.

I also provide supervision for therapists seeking a play therapy specialty and for social workers seeking licensure in Indiana.

Personal

I have two amazing children who I have had the pleasure of raising. They have given me some grey hair and so many smiles.

I have three cats and two dogs. I grew up on a farm, so having animals under foot is a way of life for me.

I enjoy many hobbies. I knit, sew, do home repair, read, do yoga and I enjoy travelling as much as I can. I absolutely love my job and I can't imagine doing anything else.

Areas of Experience

Depression

Anxiety

ADHD

PTSD and Trauma

Parenting

Behavioral Concerns

Grief and Loss

Adjustment Difficulties

Divorce Adjustment

Abuse and Neglect

Adoption

Foster Care

Selective Mutism

Gender Dysphoria

Identity and Sexuality in Teens