Cornelia has tirelessly served children and families in Pierce County and throughout the state of Washington for more than 20 years. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, she has been instrumental in bringing hope to many through her unique approach to counseling which includes a blend of faith, experience, solution-planning and hard work.

Cornelia specializes in:

Life Transitions
Individual, Marriage & Family Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Women’s Health & Wellness
Crisis & Trauma Counseling
Depression & Anxiety
Abuse
Behavioral Issues
DBT Certified

Cornelia has provided counseling and stabilization services to many children and families in severe crisis through Mary Bridge Children’s Health Center and the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. She has also facilitated child abuse investigation and safety trainings and seminars for schools, conferences and community-based organizations across the state of Washington.

Cornelia has been enriching marriages and providing encouragement, direction and hope to couples for more than 15 years. She has an unwavering belief in the potential of the human spirit and is dedicated to helping people – from all walks of life – heal and grow through a style of counseling that is authentic and refreshing.

Cornelia received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Washington, her Master’s in Education from City University and successfully completed Light University’s “Marriage Works” program through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC).