Virginia has spent over 20 years in Law Enforcement and was active in the post 911 service assisting personnel dealing with the traumas they experienced. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology. Because of her passion to work with Substance Abuse Virginia became a NYS Certified Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in 2009. She has worked in several inpatient and outpatient facilities, including a Detoxification Unit to enable clients to achieve a sober and healthy lifestyle. Virginia has also obtained certifications in Ericksonian & Therapeutic Hypnosis, Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Reiki Healing and now The Havening Techniques®. Her practice combines the mind-body connection with an emphasis on Counseling & Human Services. Virginia's vision is to empower and motivate others to move past their limiting beliefs and to achieve their goals.
Volunteer for the past 10 years- POPPA- Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance New York, New York, Assisting retired Police Officers