I am a versatile, dynamic clinician with a gift for assessment and organization. My background includes 25 years of international travel, which has rewarded me with intercontinental knowledge and awareness of various cultures, religions, languages, and socio-economic and political issues. Within the realm of social work, I am a skilled communicator and a proactive problem solver. My sense of humor and my open nature allows me to quickly establish rapport and identify needs in the most challenging situations.
I created the Global Social Work Network as a result of years of frustration as I tried to locate overseas employment as a social work professional. As I researched social work regulation and licensure in other countries, I found there were limited resources for those trying to broaden their social work scope of practice. During my research, there were few individuals, agencies, and organizations that could provide answers to basic questions. Thus, I decided long ago that there needed to be a place, a network, for those trying to pursue employment overseas. In 2003, I created the Global Social Work Network, or the GSWN.
I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Minor in French at the University of Arizona, USA. During my undergraduate studies, I attended a semester abroad at the International University at Richmond College in London, England. Over the course of my college years, I explored over 15 countries, which is where my zest for international travel and passion for other cultures was born. Upon graduation from the U of A, I spent six months traveling in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.
I then obtained my Masters in Social Work from the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, USA. I realized my excitement for medical social work and declared my concentration in medical social work and direct practice. After completion of this degree, I then pursued further education in Austin, Texas and soon completed supervision to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the state of Texas. I have also obtained reciprocity by the state of Washington as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). In addition, the General Social Care Council has verified my ability to practice in the United Kingdom.
I am a "friend" of the International Federation of Social Workers. In addition, I was asked to be nominated in 2002 for a board position for the Texas chapter of the Society of Social Work Leadership In Health Care. My other memberships include the Council of Nephrology Social Workers, the National Association of Social Workers, and the International Air Courier Association.
I currently work for Allscripts as a Clinical Product Specialst, in addition to being president of the Global Social Work Network.
