Born and grew up in Washington State and have always enjoyed sailing, the mountains, skiing, backpacking. Moved to Kentucky and have my Ph.D. from the University of Kentucky. I am an adoptive parent and have specialized with adoptive/foster families and attachment issues. Currently working in private practice full time after retiring from 24 years in community mental health. Live in a rural area and involved with horses as a rider, owner and volunteer for various competitions. Interested in art, photography, music and theater, reading and learning new things all the time. Too many interests for one life time.