Rochelle earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, complemented by a minor in Sociology, from Kennesaw State University. This interdisciplinary education provided her with a robust understanding of individual behavior and the broader social dynamics that influence mental health. Her passion for deepening this knowledge led her to Mercer University’s School of Medicine, where she obtained a Master’s degree in Family Therapy. This advanced program equipped her with specialized skills to address complex relational and systemic issues, preparing her to support diverse clients in navigating their unique challenges.

In addition to her formal degrees, Rochelle has pursued several continuing education courses and certifications to further enhance her therapeutic expertise. These include:

• Narrative Therapy: This therapeutic approach focuses on the stories people tell about their lives, helping clients reframe their personal narratives and develop a sense of agency and empowerment in overcoming challenges.

• Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding the profound impact of trauma on mental health, this certification supports Rochelle in offering a compassionate, client-centered approach to healing from past experiences.

• Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Rochelle’s advanced continuing education in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) enables her to support couples in deepening emotional connection, enhancing trust, and improving communication, addressing relational challenges through attachment-based interventions.

• Cultural Competence in Therapy: Given her background and dedication to providing culturally sensitive care, Rochelle has taken continuing education focused on working with clients from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. This has broadened her ability to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of her clients.

• Neurodivergence and Adult ADHD/ADD: Continuing education in neurodiversity, including adult-onset ADHD and sensory processing issues, enhances Rochelle’s capacity to work with individuals seeking better self-awareness and management strategies for neurological differences.

• Grief and Loss Counseling: Rochelle has pursued specialized continuing education in grief counseling, helping clients navigate the complex emotions that arise from loss. This training allows her to offer targeted support to individuals experiencing bereavement, as well as those dealing with the grief that accompanies life transitions and changes.

Through her combination of formal education, specialized continuing education, and hands-on experience, Rochelle is well-equipped to support clients facing a wide array of mental health and relational challenges.