Worked as a Military Family Life Consultant providing non-medical counseling, coaching, support and education to members of the military and their families (as a result of multiple deployments and re-integrations). Provided presentations on various topics as requested. Traveled to military installations within United States, Europe, and Asia.

Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in Northern Virginia from 1988 to 2002. Counseled individuals and couples concerning issues of life-transition including woman's issues, depression, anxiety, loss, grief and bereavement, relationship issues, divorce, separation, survivors of suicide, and co-dependency.