Therapist

Myra received her Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) from Spalding University and her CADC (Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor) in 2009. She was awarded a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville Kent School and her LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) in 2015. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based therapy used to treat trauma and other emotional challenges.

Myra has worked in the field of addiction for over 17 years, with experience in residential treatment, case management, and individual, group, and family counseling. She has gained supervisory experience in residential settings, working with women experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, HIV, pregnancy, young mothers, and co-occurring disorders, sometimes requiring the utilization of MAT (medication-assisted treatment).

Myra joined The Morton Center in October 2018. As a therapist, Myra not only addresses the individual’s addiction but also works to uncover “what’s under the iceberg”: the barriers that prevent a person from maintaining sobriety. These may include trauma, abuse, mental health issues, or other co-occurring disorders.

Myra believes, “If we can change one individual, we can change families. If we change families, we can change communities. If we change communities, we can change the world.”