about Theo...
Education
John F. Kennedy University
2011 - 2014
I graduated wtih a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2014. I specialized in the study of Transpersonal Psychology which is a hybrid between Easern Philosophy and Western Psychology. I wrote my Masters Thesis on "Exercise Psychotherapy" which is a growth-oriented model of counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching.
American Counsil on Exercise
Certified Personal Trainer
2010
I specialize in In-Home Personal Training and have certifications in working with the 55 and older population. I still do some of this in addition to my psychotherapy and counseling practice and also integrate exercise and psychotherapy together in a blended modality for empowerment and personal growth.
DePaul University
2007 - 2009
Completion of my BA in Developmental Psychology.
Miami University
2004-2006
I Competed on the Varsity Swimming Team as a scholarship athlete and began my Bachelors degree in Developmental Psychology. I was part of the Mid-America Confrence Team Championship in 2006 and also Individual Champion in 100 Breaststroke.
Certifications:
-Marriage and Family Therapist Associate #87704
-American Counsil on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer (10 Years)
- Certified Swim Instructor (20 Years)
-CPR Certified
Personal Life
I love my work. Therapy can be both serious and playful. I try to be as real with my clients as possible because it's good for both my clients and myself. I also love water. I've been swimming my whole life and still enjoy competing occasionally. I am a fitness enthusiast and also work as a Holistic Personal Trainer helping clients integrate mind and body. In addition to continually being in my own personal therapy (which I believe all therapists should) I consider exercise, meditation, inspirational reading, and writing to be part of my daily mental and physical hygeine. I practice what I teach as a therapist and continually set aside time for my own healing and growth. I also love waterskiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and snow skiing. I don't hide my personal life from my clients as I believe bringing as much of my humanity into the therapy room as possible serves my clients in their growth and healing.