The Official Line
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's in Social Work, with a specialization in mental health treatment, from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. My Bachelor's in Psychology is from the University of Southern Maine. I see clients with Genesis Counseling Center, an integrative group private practice, where I specialize in Trauma Informed Treatment, Attachment Work, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems Approach. I enjoy helping couples experience the best in their marriage and focus on issues of intimacy, trust, and communication. I have experience treating ADHD/ADD, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Anger Management, Adjustment Issues, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Personality Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am a trained Christian Counselor and in Forgiveness Therapy. I also work with families and youth in the foster care system.
The Bottom Line
My heart is to help clients experience freedom from past hurt and offenses while helping them pursue God's best for their lives. My hope is that by reflecting transparency of my own personal experience, my love for Jesus and for people, that I can offer a new perspective. I live with my husband and two kids on the Southside of Hampton Roads. We like to be outdoors, going for walks, and making music and art. Together our whole lives are ministry wanting and helping people live fully alive.
Book Adele to Speak
Adele is an experienced speaker and published author. Her reputation as a speaker is built on her ability to explore difficult topics with honesty, backed with impeccable research, and personal stories. She is a thought-leader, a leader in ministry, and an amazing storyteller. She has experience speaking to hundreds of counselors and mental health professionals, as well as, offering insights to pastors and ministry leaders.