I earned my master’s degree in counseling psychology from The Johns Hopkins University completing my clinical internship with the Pain and Palliative Care team at the National Institutes of Health’s Clinical Center. I’m a graduate of Salisbury (State) University and Montgomery College.

I have served in both private and public sectors (Federal government) and, after nearly 15 years of Federal service, I decided to pursue my true calling as a therapist. More recently, I worked for Sheppard Pratt’s Mobile Crisis Response team in support of individuals of all ages across Frederick County experiencing acute psychiatric emergencies. This experience not only fine-tuned my ability to respond to a wide range of crises, it also solidified my decision to follow the career I left nearly 20 years ago. I’m currently working as a therapist with Advanced Behavioral Health serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

I am a life-long resident of Maryland, currently residing in Frederick County; I married my wife, Kristin in 2003 and have two sons.

As a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC), I provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families across Maryland.

Compulsive behaviors can develop through various avenues but tend serve as coping mechanisms for underlying issues such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, boredom, and undesirable life situations; if left untreated, these compulsions can lead to marriage/family issues, employment problems, and in some cases, involvement with law enforcement.