Licensed Clinical Social Worker
An LCSW, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is a mental health professional who holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program and has completed extensive post-graduate clinical supervision and passed a national licensing exam. In Georgia, LCSWs are licensed to independently assess, diagnose, and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders through psychotherapy and counseling. To become an LCSW in Georgia, one must complete at least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience over a minimum of three years, including at least 120 hours of direct supervision, and pass the ASWB Clinical Exam.
Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to support young children and their caregivers in overcoming the emotional and relational impacts of trauma, stress, and adversity. CPP focuses on the attachment bond between the child and their primary caregiver, recognizing that this relationship plays a pivotal role in the child’s emotional development and healing. The therapy aims to help both the child and the caregiver process and express their feelings in a safe, supportive environment. Through this collaborative process, CPP works to rebuild trust, strengthen the caregiving relationship, and promote healthy coping strategies for both the child and the parent.
Infant Mental Health Specialist
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health emphasizes the importance of understanding how infants and young children experience, express, and process emotions, as well as how they interact with their caregivers and environment. It also considers the influence of a child’s early attachment relationships, particularly the bond with their primary caregiver, on their mental health.
Circle of Security is an evidence-based early intervention program designed to enhance attachment security between children and their caregivers. Grounded in attachment theory, it helps caregivers better understand and respond to their child’s emotional needs, particularly during times of distress or exploration.
I also have training in:
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Certification in Perinatal Mental Health
Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model
Hastie Therapy Services 