Achiever - Restorative - Learner - Empathy - Responsibility
Helping people is my passion - working towards goals with them that they can attain both with a little help and on their own I feel is best. I strive to meet with local professionals to provide the most comprehensive care plan possible for each person on an individual basis. My plan each year is to evaluate what I can bring to my clients and I seek out continuing education and professional development to make these services possible using the latest evidence based medicine.
I love living in Holland, MI - it’s been my home for almost 28 years during various aspects of my life. My Three kids and I enjoy doing anything outside, being in the lake or pool, camping, going to concerts and generally hanging out.
Certifications and Relevant Experience
Certifications and Licensure
Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification
State of Michigan - Licensed Athletic Trainer
American Red Cross - CPR/AED/First Aid - Licensed Provider/Instructor
Education and Professional Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts - Hope College - Athletic Training
Master of Science - Indiana University - Athletic Training
Structure and Function - Orthopedic Dry Needling and Cupping
Fundamental Techniques of Evaluation and Manual Therapy for the Spine - Michigan State University
John F. Barnes - Myofascial Release - MFR I, Myofascial Mobilization Technique
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
Hope College - VISITING PROFESSOR - Dept. of Kinesiology
Board of Certification - Exam Development Committee Member
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
HOPE COLLEGE - KINESIOLOGY DEPT - ATHLETIC TRAINER AND ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND CLINICAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR (1998-2000; 2002-2017)
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (2000-2002)
SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY - ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER (1997-1998)
INDIANA UNIVERSITY - GRADUATE ATHLETIC TRAINER (1996-1997)