Ms. Banks is a practical, interactive, cognitive behavioral and solution focused therapist. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional and alternatives approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.

With over 29 years of professional services, she is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. As a seasoned health care professional, she has experience working with children, adults and their families. She has a motley of experience in the following settings: in children and adult inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics and residential facilities, veteran hospitals, hospice, nursing homes, private practice, teaching graduate students in social work and the US Army’s adaptive leadership program for officers.

She has a bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and master's degree in Social Work from Temple University.

Professional Activities and Memberships

International Association of Coaches

National Association of Social Workers