Hello, my name is Linda Hoogterp.

God is moving in our world and shaking the whole earth. Do you sometimes feel like your life is out of control? Do you feel you are a thousand piece puzzle spread out on a table when other people seem to have it all together? Have there been numerous disappointments, misunderstandings, missed opportunities or job changes?

I offer compassionate, caring sessions to bring hope to your struggles. I base our sessions on the word of God and a lot of prayer. I am experienced in working with depression, anxiety, childhood abuse issues, trauma and loss. Lets set up a conference for us to work together toward God's will for your life. It is helpful if you journal me some background information about your issues, but it is not necessary.

LUKE 2:53 states, "Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." As he walked this earth, Jesus was our example of growing in body, mind and spirit. We, too are to grow in body, mind and spirit, yet at times circumstances in our lives set up hurdles and roadblocks that keep us from realizing this growth and balance. The Holy Spirit is the only true and faithful teacher, counselor, and healer. It is my prayer and goal to rely on His teaching and counsel in all that I say and do as God grants me the privilege of working with you.

 
Credentials:
EDUCATION:
1973 Bachelors in Science in Biology, Wayne State University
2000 Masters of Social Work; Wayne State University

ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

1996 Adult Attention Deficit Disorder Conference; Ann Arbor MI
10/96 Training of Trainers for ADD/ADHD; Dr. Lynn Weiss
11/96 Professional and Personal Coaches Training; Coaches Training Institute
1997 Training of Trainers:Leadership Level; Dr. Lynn Weiss
1997 Adult Attention Deficit Disorder Conference; Ann Arbor, MI
5/97 ADD Coaches Training: American Coaching Association
7/97 Beyond Ritalin; Dr. Laura Pawlick, PhD
11/97 Mega-Answers to AD/HD; Dr. John F. Taylor
1/98 Seven Step Healing Process; Steve Arterburn - New Life Clinics
11/98 Trauma and Loss Consultant; 9 courses from TLC Institute
10/98 Dating Violence; Common Ground Sanctuary
02/99 Role-play in therapy; Growth Associates, David Abbott
04/99 Too Scared to Cry; Lenore Terr - TLC Institute
09/02 Neurofeedback Certification Training
09/03 Theophostic Ministries Training
12/04 Love and Logic Parenting Facilitator

CURRENT POSITION
I am currently in private practice at the Groveland Neurofeedback and Therapy Center, a Christian counseling center in Holly Michigan. I specialize in ADD/ADHD, Trauma, Grief and Loss, and early childhood abuse. If you live in SE Michigan, I am a mile and a half off I-75. I am able to use neurofeedback (an alternative to medication) to train you to stabalize your brain and reduce if not remove the need for medication for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, autistic spectrum and ADHD. If you are willing, I use Theophostic (God's light) Prayer Ministry to invite Jesus to bring healing to the source and origin of your pain. I also work at Holly Schools in the Head Start Program and teach "becoming a love and logic parent" classes.

PAST EXPERIENCE:
Sept 1999 - 5/00 - University Psychiatric Center;
Early Childhood intervention, Child and Adolescent Counseling

Oct 1998 -Oct 2000 - Volunteer work for SandCastles;
support group for children 3-18 who have lost a significant person from their lives.

05/99- present - Dr. Mesaros, MD
Individual Psychotherapy with children and adults; Neurofeedback and Parenting classes

05/99-08/01 - Camp Tamarack; Silverman Village and S.T.E.P.S.
Residential Camping Program for children 6-15 with mild to moderate behavioral problems; outdoor education, group facilitator for ground initiatives and level 1 high ropes course.

10/95 - 9/00 Family Life Today, Inc.
Christian Counseling and Education; Clinical Therapist, Office Coordiator, ADD/ADHD coach and tutor, assist at intensive therapy retreats for victims of childhood incest and abuse.

09/98-05/99 Head Start of Pontiac MI
Mental Health Support for families. Violence Prevention Program and Parenting Programs