ABOUT TRINKA
EDUCATION: I received my Masters in Psychology from the University of West Georgia where they define psychology as the "holistic study of human experience" which shapes my theoretical basis. My approach to counseling borrows from several areas of thought, including humanistic psychology, transpersonalism, cognitive behavioral therapy and spirituality.
EXPERIENCE: I have been licensed by the state of Georgia as a Professional Counselor for over 6 years. You may verify my license (#LPC005424) by going to the Georgia Secretary of State website. My professional career includes work with a nonprofit organization in which I served as the Healthcare Coordinator assisting indigent clients with their medical needs. My position as an Assistant Administrator for a homeless shelter proved to be most rewarding by allowing me to work with a large diversity of people as they rebuilt their lives. As an Adult Mental Health Therapist, I provided individual, group, and family therapy and training; completed biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning; assisted with the children and adolescent unit by conducting family interviews and staff consultations; served as interim Day Services Director which included supervising staff and maintaining and developing program curriculums for clients with moderate to severe mental illness. I also provided group counseling for anger management and improving self-esteem. My most recent employment includes providing education and career advisement. On a part-time basis, I assist families with persons with special needs by providing training forums, facilitating support groups and finding resources and treatment options.
VOLUNTEER WORK: I have served on the board of directors for a local women's shelter. In addition, I volunteered in the shelter serving as needed to assist the women and their families. I enjoyed reading, helping with homework or just being a "listening ear" at a local home for children who were victims of abuse.
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"Man's main task in life is to give birth to himself, to become what he potentially is. The most important product of his effort is his own personality." --Erich Fromm
