Carissa Roper

Education:
Masters in Human Development Counseling with concentration in community counseling - University of Illinois at Springfield

License and Certification:
NCC (National Certified Counselor)

Years of Experience:
1 year

How long have you been at the Ben Gordon Center?
Since December, 2008

What you enjoy most about working at the Ben Gordon Center:
I enjoy working at the Center because I am allowed the opportunity to work with a variety of populations. I also love being a member of a strong and supportive team of professionals.

Areas of specialty:
Children and Adolescents. I have done a lot of research in the area of child sexual abuse and the disclosure process.

Therapeutic approaches:
I have a person-centered approach to counseling. I meet the client where they are and allow them the opportunity to find their own path. I also use cognitive behavioral techniques with clients who prefer a more structured therapy setting.