About
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Indiana, with a master’s level education in Social Work from Indiana University. I am a lecturer in the department of Social Work at IUPUI. My teaching approach emphasizes social work values and increased understanding of diverse communities. My teaching style is holistic, compassionate, and supportive.
My experience includes long-term and short-term therapy. I have served as a therapist in residential, hospital, outpatient, school, and community-based settings. I believe in providing treatment in a warm, nonjudgmental environment. I have extensive experience providing training to other therapists.
I believe in empowering others so they can draw on their strengths, overcome obstacles, and thrive. My greatest reward is helping others to explore ways in which to look forward to the future with hope.
Education
MSW
Emphasis/Major: Professional Social Work2010 - Indiana University
Research Interests
My research interests include exploring the impact of environmental racism on people of color.
Teaching Interests
I am particularly interested in helping social work students increase their understanding of diverse communities to increase cultural competence and cultural humility. I am interested in helping students develop social work skills to help vulnerable populations with human rights and social justice issues.
Institutional Services
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Other
2023 --Read/reviewed textbook to update course syllabus
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Other
2023 -Served as an instructor for an overload of classes. -
Other
2023 -I assisted the university and students by serving as an instructor after the unfortunate passing of a valued colleague during the semester. -
Attendee, Academic Ceremony/Event
Served as a marshal at the 2023 IUPUI graduation -
Other
Provided information and insights to assist other instructors with courses they had never taught.
Licensure
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Indiana Professional Licensing AgencyMental health professional who can provide therapy, counseling, and intervention services to clients.
Media Appearance
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Maintaining behavioral health during the pandemic
2020 - The Legal Word with attorney Kiki Gaither/WTLC
Read the Story Maintaining behavioral health during the pandemic -
Holistic Strategies for improved behavioral health
2020 - The Legal Word with attorney Kiki Gaither/WTLC
Read the Story Holistic Strategies for improved behavioral health -
Barriers to therapy in the Black community
2020 - The Legal Word with attorney Kiki Gaither/WTLC
Read the Story Barriers to therapy in the Black community
Memberships
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Indianapolis Jazz Foundation (Board member)
2022 to Present -
Power of One (Board member)
2020 to Present -
National Association of Social Workers
2018 to Present
Public Services
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Board Member
2022 to Present - Indianaplis Jazz FoundationPreserve, promote and celebrate jazz. Celebrate the contributions of past members of the Indianapolis jazz community and former vibrant Black community connected to Indiana avenue.
Trainings
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National Initiative for Trauma Education and Workforce Development certification
2022 to 2022 - National Initiative for Trauma Education and Workforce Development, Chapel Hill , NC,I completed the National Initiative for Trauma Education and Workforce Development training at UNC. I was trained to lead a Core Components and Skills for Trauma-Informed Practice course.