Hello, I’m Tori!
In late 2022, I decided to leap into the unknown and focus on my goal of having my own practice. I launched my practice in January of 2023. I created 479 Counseling to be LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcoming to all spiritual backgrounds, to be collaborative and compassionate, to be fun and relational, and to feel more holistic and non-clinical rather than medically driven.
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Since then, I've been fortunate to build a practice that is authentic to who I am as I continue to grow and evolve both as an individual and professional. I have focused my continuing education on trauma-informed care utilizing person centered work, attachment informed EMDR, ego state and somatic work. I have continued to obtain consultation as I do this work.
A Little Bit More About Me
In my spare time, you can find me doing anything outdoors, listening to throwback jams or hanging in a coffee shop. I feel most at peace and present with myself in nature. I love mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, exploring trails, and camping.
When you come to my office, you'll likely notice my love for travel, music and cats with my displayed vinyl collection, landscape pictures and my fur babies. I desire to have a cat sanctuary one day.
I also enjoy sourdough creations, gardening, antique stores and thrifting, redoing old furniture and anything that involves crafting.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), an EMDR Certified therapist through EMDRIA and National Certified Counselor through The National Board of Certified Counselors. 479 Counseling is located in downtown Rogers Arkansas. I specialize in trauma-informed care while working with those who may be experiencing anxiety, grief, life transitions, identity exploration, LGBTQIA+ issues, recovering from trauma, relational issues and women's issues.
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I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2017 and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at The University of Central Arkansas at the end of 2019. I began my career as a graduate student in early 2018, working with children, teens, and their families in an inpatient hospital on both the acute and residential sides. I provided family, group, and individual therapy. After graduation, I began working with children, teens, and families in school-based community mental health at the start of and during the pandemic. The following year I completed my EMDR training and began my EMDR certification requirements, at which time I began working with teens, young adults, and adults in an outpatient practice for nearly two years.
My Professional Background
EDUCATION
MS in Mental Health Counseling 2017-2019
University of Central Arkansas
Graduate school was where I began to gain experience in the field. I spent over a year in an inpatient facility, between acute and residential units. I worked with children ages 5-17 and their families and facilitated individual, group, and family therapy.
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BA in Psychology 2012-2017
University of Central Arkansas (UCA)
As an undergraduate, I began working closely with the graduate and undergraduate faculty in the psychology department. My mentors and professors truly motivated me to take steps to get my Masters's degree.
CREDENTIALS
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC- March 2023)
Received LAC in March of 2020 and received LPC in March of 2023. Licensure and regulation through the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling. License #P2303017.
Technology Assisted Certification
Completed technology-assisted course certification in March of 2020.
EMDR Certified
Completed EMDR training and consultation through EMDR Support Network, an EMDRIA approved training program in the Summer of 2021. I continue to obtain ongoing consultation.
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
I completed all necessary requirements to be considered a National Certified Counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors including: required graduate coursework and education, post masters supervised experience, letters of recommendation, passing NCE and NCMHCE.
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MEMBERSHIPS
ArMHCA Member | ArCA Member | EMDRIA International Member.