Dedicated to teaching others to promote their own wellness and independence, while working to the best of their abilities; despite what they think they can do or what they think they can accomplish, helping them to see who they were created to be and that there is greatness inside of them.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST INTERN
The Center for Life Enrichment Advancement and Recovery
09.2023 - 04.2024
Administered therapeutic interventions and modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-focused therapy
Conducted therapy in individual, family and group settings and documented progress and treatment plans
Identified root causes of behavior and created treatment plans that yielded long-term positive effects
Attended individualized education plan meetings and supported team in crisis management and de-escalation
Worked with youth exposed to aversive childhood experiences and collaborated with families and educators
Created and employed personalized treatment plans addressing the particular problems and destructive patterns present in each family
Asked probing and insightful questions to help clients identify their true feelings and isolate negative behaviors
Provided family counseling and treatment services to inmates participating in substance abuse programs
Compiled and documented case files for each individual or family client, including the results of their tests, interviews and treatments
PASTOR/EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR
Victorious Life Assembly of God
09.2021 - 02.2023
Presented as strong, authentic pastoral presence among church and community members in helping people in crisis and most in need
Demonstrated strong leadership by making difficult decisions and willingly undertaking projects with many obstacles
Facilitated children's ministries to keep content focused on Jesus's calling and church values
Developed ministry leaders and teams for different areas of service based on church goals and service objectives
Performed one-on-one and couples counseling and intervened in crisis situations
Supported couples seeking marriage by offering premarital counseling and performing wedding ceremonies
Spearheaded internal committees handling group's financial, administrative, and outreach needs
Administered religious rites on behalf of church members and community
Kept executive team productive and on-schedule by coordinating appointments and skillfully responding to routine inquiries
Supported executives with project coordination, data analysis and administrative assistance
PASTOR/EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR
New Life Community Church
11.2015 - 08.2021
Same job as the above at Victorious Life Assembly of God
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST/BUSINESS OWNER
Center for Life Change
05.2005 - 07.2015
Administered therapeutic interventions and modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-focused therapy
Worked with youth exposed to aversive childhood experiences and collaborated with families and educators
Conducted therapy in individual, family and group settings and documented progress and treatment plans
Cultivated working relationships with organizations and community groups that serviced same patient population
Attended individualized education plan meetings and supported team in crisis management and de-escalation
Identified root causes of behavior and created treatment plans that yielded long-term positive effects
Supported work of the legal system by making clear and professional recommendations to resolve issues with child custody and visitation rights
Compiled and documented case files for each individual or family client, including the results of their tests, interviews and treatments
Wrote evaluations of parents and children for use by courts deciding divorce and custody cases, testifying in court if necessary
Continuously evaluated the effectiveness of treatment strategies by monitoring clients and following up on their progress
Created and employed personalized treatment plans addressing the particular problems and destructive patterns present in each family
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - CRIMINOLOGY
Kaplan College
Chicago, IN
Certificate of Technical Studies - Pharmacy Technician
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
02-2025
ASSOCIATE'S - THEOLOGY
ISOM-Indiana School of Ministry
Indinanapolis, IN
07.2021
MASTER OF ARTS - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPY
Amridge University
Montogomery, AL
06.2005
Skills
Behavior Modification
Group therapy facilitation
Couples Counseling
Mental Health Assessment
Analytical Thinking
Client Relationship Management
Crisis Management
Plan treatments
Maintain case files
Treatment Plan Development
Organizational Skills
Multitasking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Active Listening
Patient confidentiality
Goal Setting
Excellent Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Publications
Perfect Love, Lori Groves, 2024, TBN publications
Bonding and the Case for Permanence, Dr. James Kenny and Lori Groves
The Right to a Permanent Home, Fostering Families Today, 01/01/10