Training Background 

Tim received his Master's degree in Counseling at Indiana University, Bloomington in 2003 and his doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology from Ball State University in 2010. Tim is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), and member of the American Psychological Association. Tim has worked in a variety of settings since 2002 including college counseling centers, a substance abuse treatment center, community mental health centers, a correctional facility, adolescent group homes, and in private practice. 

Through his extensive clinical experiences, he has developed a deep appreciation for and satisfaction in working with his clients. Tim has prized the opportunity to be an integral part of their healing, growth and development. His formal training and professional experiences have provided a depth and breadth of knowledge and skill in individual and group therapy, initial assessment and crisis intervention, outreach programming, and consultation. Through his clinical work he has had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients, ages, concerns, and treatment methods. 

Approach to Therapy 

Tim has an eclectic therapeutic orientation and uses a variety of approaches in his work. He believes that just as each person is unique, each person’s experience in therapy will be a unique process that evolves throughout the therapeutic process. In working with clients, Tim aims to match treatment approaches to the individual client and their concerns. Tim strongly believes that effective care is given when the whole-person is engaged in the therapeutic process and he strives to address each client's emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and spiritual experiences and strengths in his work. He often uses Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-based Practice, Motivational Interviewing, and Humanistic approaches in his work with clients. Tim also has extensive training in and has developed a sensitivity and knowledge of multicultural and disability issues. He believes that each individual has unique cultural experiences and approaches each person with acceptance and compassion.  

Some common focus areas include: 

• Depression
• Stress and Anxiety
• Addictions
• Personal Growth and Development
• Self-Esteem
• Abuse and Trauma
• End of Life Issues
• Grief and Loss
  
• Spiritual Issues
• Adjustment Disorders
• Sexual Dysfunction
• Gender Identity Issues
• Sexual Concerns
• Family-of-Origin Issues
• Recovering from Childhood Abuse
• Interpersonal Relationship Issues
• Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Issues