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In 1992 I was fortunate to end a 20 year period of continued substance use. I have since been able to participate in significant rehabilitative activities including but not limited to education and employment. I completed the Masters of Arts degree from The Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2016. I recently resigned from employment as a Behavioral Health Therapist with The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Western Psychiatric Hospital – Narcotic Addiction Treatment Program (NATP) to pursue private practice. I have received mentoring/supervision at The Mt. Ararat Counseling Center (MACC), starting in 2011 when I started a practicum for an undergraduate degree in Human Services from Geneva College and continued after completing the requirements for the MA. I have previous experience as a Batterers Intervention Specialist with The Domestic Abuse Counseling Center(DACC) from 1996-2002 to go with 28 years of continued ongoing recovery which has been the basis for unlimited growth. In 2018 I successfully completed the 30 hour level I clinical training presented by The Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania, Inc.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I operate from a strength’s based prospective which is informed by integrating person-centered theory, cognitive behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing that emphasizes self-actualization, and responsibility. I view counseling from a tripartite approach where I assist my clients with self-awareness, gaining knowledge, and developing skills that may assist them with strategies to manage effectively and successfully the various transitions experienced in life. I believe people long to live lives that reflect harmony between their thoughts and their actions. Many times, stress and distress complicate this effort. The therapeutic environment represents a safe place to explore options, diverge thinking, and resolve tension. I believe the highest aspiration of the human heart is helping others while encouraging mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Let’s journey together.
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Addictions
Relationships
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Blended family issues, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Life purpose, Men's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
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PA LPC PC011387
Reviews
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Curtis is one of the most understanding people I met, he’s trying to do his best to be able to share and explain. He try to understand what you are not saying. He provides a safe place
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Feels like Curtis is guiding me well where needed. And asks the right questions. Making good progress
Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Curtis for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions