She has over 28 years of experience working in mental health, medical, and human service agencies as well as her own private counseling practice. She also currently serves as Minister of Small Groups and Discipleship at First Church in Albany, NY, where she facilitates groups both in churches and in the community. She developed and leads Pilgrim’s Walk, a small-group ministry of spiritual direction and support for those in the third stage of life (65 and older). Her professional training includes Psychosynthesis, The Soul of Leadership and Nonviolent Communication.