Welcome to Lakeside Counseling, where transformative therapy services begin. With over 40 years of experience in psychiatric nursing, I will help you uncover solutions to life’s challenges. Your mental health counseling is my priority. Let’s start this journey together!
My Philosophy
We all need some help from time to time! I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change. My goal is to provide mental health counseling in a safe and supportive environment where patients can explore solutions and overcome personal challenges. Often, therapy services are all that is needed to help a person achieve their goals.My background in psychiatric nursing allows me to support your journey effectively.
My Story
After four decades of psychiatric nursing, I transitioned to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner because I am passionate about providing mental health counseling to help people live their best lives. My experience encompasses working with a diverse range of patients facing both acute and chronic mental and behavioral health conditions. In my spare time, I enjoy gardening, exploring various fiber arts, and spending time outdoors playing in the dirt. I am married to an amazing man who retired after a long career as a psychiatric social worker. Together, we have seven children and nine absolutely incredible grandchildren.
Specialties
I specialize in mental health counseling related to gender issues, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, cancer recovery support, codependency, substance abuse, and PANDAS. I also have a background in psychiatric nursing, which enhances the therapy services I provide. I am ably assisted by my constant companion Jackson, a 170 pound Great Pyrenees.
Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start.
Nido Qubein
