I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who has been practicing therapy for over 18 years. I have a diverse background of working in several different outpatient clinics, including community mental health for 7 years. From these experiences I learned and continue to strive for excellence in providing the best possible treatment. I consider myself a dedicated lifelong learner. A two time University of Iowa graduate, with both my undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work. I was able to continue with advancing my knowledge and skill through rigorous training. A grant opportunity allowed me to focus specifically on learning Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the treatment of Anxiety Disorders. The training lasted a total of two years and included reviewing and scoring of numerous recorded sessions for adherence to the CBT model. Most recently I have completed the BTTI training from IOCDF for training for ERP. I use ERP on a daily basis for OCD clients. I am recognized by this organization as a recommended provider for ERP services for OCD treatment. My center is a regional clinic of the National Social Anxiety Center as well.