Education
- Ph.D. (1995) Marriage and Family Therapy, Texas Tech University, Dissertation on Adult Attachment Styles in Clinical Populations
- M.S. (1991) Child & Family Development, University of Georgia
- B.S. (1989) Psychology, BYU
Interests
- Pickleball, gardening, cycling, and my family (especially granddaughters)
Current Projects
- Family Life Coaching
- Accreditation for education programs
Previous Teaching Experience
- Professor - Human Development & Family Studies Department, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD (1996 - 2007)
- Instructor - Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX (1992-1994)
Clinical Experience
- Marriage and Family Therapist – Private Practice (Brookings, SD; 1996-2007)
- Board Certified Coach (2018-present)
Research Experience
Several grants and articles on the effectiveness of relationship education curricula on teen relationships and future marriage.