Hi, I'm Mindy!

I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, chances are things might be a bit rough right now, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. The world needs you, and I’m here to help you find your way through whatever you’re facing.

A little about me: I’ve lived in Southern Ohio my whole life. My journey into this field started young. I am the oldest of three kids, and growing up wasn’t easy. My mom struggled with alcohol use, which was really tough on our family. When I was 13, she decided to get help, went to counseling, and got sober—such a huge thing! But if you’re a teenager with a mom in AA, it can feel kind of embarrassing being dragged to meetings. Funny enough, those meetings ended up being the start of my interest in counseling. My first job was at a DUI school my mom got me into, and that’s where my path in this field really began.

I didn’t have a straightforward path myself. I went to college, had a kid way too young, and spent about six years piecing together enough credits to finally get that bachelor’s degree. My first “real” job was as a case manager at a community mental health center. That job was tough but incredibly rewarding—it gave me the foundation I needed to build my career in counseling.

Life has thrown me my fair share of curveballs: I survived a marriage, raised another kid, went through a divorce, and managed to make it through graduate school. Along the way, I had some pretty great career opportunities that have led me here. I’ve had plenty of moments when I’ve needed therapy myself to find my way back to who I am, so I get it. I know how hard it can be to reach out, but I also know how important it is.

When I’m not working, I’m usually listening to a podcast, reading a good book, or watching TV with my teenage daughter. I love going to concerts and traveling whenever I get the chance. I enjoy being outdoors, even though I hate exercising—I still do it because I know how great it is for my mental health. Music is a big part of my life; it’s always been there to lift me up or help me process whatever I’m feeling.

I’m really looking forward to getting to know you and working together. Wherever you’re at, I’m here to support you on your journey. Let’s take this step together—you don’t have to do it alone.