
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in School Based Mental Health Services and talent for navigating challenges. Expert in developing community and district partnerships and implementing data-driven programs, significantly improving access to psychological resources and educational outcomes. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Coordinated Early Childhood-4th grade Counseling team that led vertical alignment, coordination and development of a comprehensive guidance curriculum for over 25 campuses.
Outstanding Alumnus College of Education Dallas Baptist University November 2017
Publication- Leadership Letter: A Lens for a Different Light March 2022
Integrating trauma-informed approaches in School Counselor practice https://www.schoolcounselor.org/Newsletters/March-2022/Leadership-Letter-A-Lens-for-a-Different-Light?st=TX
American School Counselor Association
Colorado School Counselor Association
Former Director of Communications, Lone Star State School Counselor Association (TX)
Leadership Specialist American School Counselor Association April 2021
Trust-Based Relational Intervention Provider Karyn Purvis Center for Child Development, Texas Christian University October 2019
TBRI® is an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs, Connecting Principles for attachment needs, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors.
Presentations:
Leadership Specialist American School Counselor Association April 2021
Trust-Based Relational Intervention Provider Karyn Purvis Center for Child Development, Texas Christian University October 2019
TBRI® is an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs, Connecting Principles for attachment needs, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors.