About

Robert has a passion for promoting growth by helping people achieve what may be seen by others as impossibility, but Robert believes that dreams can only be achieved if you continue to move forward no matter how hard it might be to achieve a goal. In 2015, he was awarded the District Minority Teacher of the Year in St. Lucie County, a prestigious honor that he holds dear to his heart as it is one of his biggest accomplishments. Being an educator, Robert thought his path would lead him to become a school administrator. However, Robert path led him to entrepreneurship where he opened Shields Foundation. One tool that Robert has found to be most effective while working with consumers, is the importance of establishing and maintaining effective relationships. Robert motto for life is “Healthy relationships begin with trust and a mutual understanding that failure isn’t an option when effort is the driver and consistency is the main tool in every aspect of life.” – Robert. In 2016 as a Host Home Provider, Robert was introduced to his first client who had various mental health and behavioral needs. He and this individual got very close which manifested into him fully submerging into the IDD world and never looking back. Robert is an advocate for education, equality, and equity across the board. These advocacy pillars have evolved into him being a community activist. He successfully created and organized events to promote awareness for life-altering experiences such as life-threatening illnesses, sudden loss, and rights movements. Robert enjoys watching sports, time with family, but what brings him the most joy is helping others.

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Degree & University: I hold a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from Clark Atlanta University.

Specialties & Expertise: As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in trauma-focused therapy, motivation enhancing treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), or working with individuals with anxiety, depression, or ASD. I have extensive experience in helping clients manage stress, overcome mental health challenges, and navigate through life transitions.

Passions & Hobbies: Outside of therapy, I am passionate about community outreach and improving access to mental health services. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, exercising, reading and I’m always excited to discover new ways to stay active and balanced.

I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regis University and currently work as a Residential Associate. In this role, I am dedicated to supporting clients in a structured living environment, helping them navigate daily challenges as they work toward recovery and personal development.

I believe in the importance of creating a safe and supportive atmosphere that encourages open communication and healing. My commitment to client service drives me to continually deepen my understanding of mental health issues, and I am currently expanding my skill set to address a broader range of concerns, ensuring that I can provide comprehensive support to all clients.

Outside of my professional endeavors, I enjoy reading and watching Netflix, often finding inspiration in stories that highlight the complexities of the human experience. I’m passionate about integrating insights from these interests into my practice, enhancing the therapeutic experience for my clients. With a steadfast commitment to personal and professional growth, I am excited to continue my journey in mental health counseling.

Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bellevue University

As Mental Health Clinician, I enjoy using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Reality Therapy, play therapy, Trauma Based therapy. I have worked with Domestic violence and sexual assault victims, sexual offenders, and inmates at the federal penitentiary. I have been educated in the Host Home setting for the last 5 years as a Host Home Provider. I have been working with ASD, IDD, DID, and schizoaffective disorder. I know the struggles and challenges of dual diagnosis when faced with IDD and mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, addictions. I enjoy helping clients excel where no one gave them the opportunity to do so and teach them about self-worth and sky is the limit!

I am passionate about making the best lives for my clients as a HHP. My hobbies are horseback riding with my horses, traveling, fishing, working-out at the gym, and continually practicing self-care time.

Tera Received her Master’s degree in Psychology from Kaplan University in 2015, with a concentration in Applied Behavioral Analysis which led her to becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Since 2012, Tera has been working with various communities, providing individual and group therapy to clients with diverse backgrounds. She has extensive experience providing treatment to people with substance abuse disorders, anxiety, depression, Autism, ADHD, intellectual/developmental disabilities among children, adolescents and adults. Tera found her passion for psychology during her first year of college making a decision to commit to aiding others in living the highest quality of life possible. She strives to care for each individual with the utmost respect and dignity while creating individualized treatment plans.

Tera’s family moved to the four corners area of Colorado in 2000 and enjoys the diverse terrain and culture the area offers. Family is an important element in Tera’s daily life. She enjoys snowboarding, crafting and cooking with her two daughters. During the hot summers Tera and her family spend as much time as possible at the lake and mountains, enjoying nature and family time.