I became involved in developing ways of using the internet and mobile technology to provide mental health care in 2004. There are many reasons millions of people suffer through life's difficulties and never get the help they need to feel better, including:
- mental and emotional symptoms are often undetected and undiagnosed
- physical obstacles like mobility, transportation, and childcare prevent access to care locations
- there is still some stigma about psychological problems and people feel ashamed to seek help
Bringing counseling to people where they are located instead of requiring people to come to us just makes sense -- as long as professional standards for confidentiality and client safety are met. I have extensive training in "doing it right" so that you get the best possible results.
My Support for Integrated Care
I am a strong supporter of integrating diagnosis and treatment of mental health and physical health. As a consumer, your care is more timely and cost-effective when your healthcare providers communicate regularly. With your permission, as part of your healthcare team, I will coordinate with your other healthcare providers to optimize treatment so you can feel your best.
My Company: Life Counseling LLC
Life Counseling was originally founded in 2005 for pursuing the research and development of my virtual counseling practice design. Due to the economic downturn, R&D was suspended in 2009. Life Counseling opened again in 2011, offering a range of mental health services from traditional in-person counseling to secure, HIPAA-compliant online counseling and mobile counseling services. Clients ages 13 and older from, all cultural, racial, and economic backgrounds, religious traditions, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome.
My Connection to Bellingham
I have lived here for over 30 years, enjoying all of the wonderful things it has to offer with my husband and children. My favorite activities include spending time with my family, rock collecting, swimming, learning new things, and pretty much anything to do with computers. I've been involved with the WWU Alumni Association, WWU Old Main Society, Whatcom County Dahlia Society, Whatcom Mothers of Multiples, Unity Church, Mosaic Church, four Montessori schools, public health education, community mental health, and other activities. I love this wonderful, creative, progressive caring community and am happy to contribute what I can.
