"I have had the opportunity to see Carey work with students ranging in age from 7th to 12th grade, and have been very impressed. She is able to mix compassion for our students along with a common-sense approach in helping them come to some resolution of their problems."

Scott Hartley, Superintendent of North Fork Schools

"It is obvious when you talk with Carey that she is genuinely interested in understanding the issue. Carey is a great listener, but more than that, a great observer. She has a knack for honing in on what the real issues are.

As a parent, Carey advised me on course selections for my son. She weighed the facts, and offered us options. After we made the decision, Carey went the extra mile to consider other aspects of our son's schedule, based on the conversations we had. She really took the time to understand our situation and offer the very best solutions for our son."

Pam Vickers, parent, Newark, OH

"Carey is a shining star in her field. Her ability to connect with others, combined with her ability to find pragmatic solutions to pressing issues, make her a great choice. I highly recommend her."

Dr. Leif H. Smith, President, Personal Best Consulting

"Carey is a true professional whose passion for adolescents is obvious as soon as you meet her. She is able to connect with people easily and can use that relationship to help others grow."

Greg Sampson, Utica Jr. High Principal

"Carey shows a deep compassion for the teenagers that she works with. She offers them practical, honest feedback to work through the tough problems and issue that teenagers are faced with daily."

Barb Almendinger, 8th grade teacher, Utica, OH

"I have known Carey for about 5 years. She is an amazing person as well as being very outgoing and personable. Feeling the need for counseling can be a sensitive subject. I know this to be true in raising my two daughters through adolescence. Parenting can be "clear as mud" at times.

I am thankful that my girls' school district hired such an understanding, compassionate person as Carey. She played a big part in my decision making through a difficult time for my youngest daughter and me. I believe that Carey has an amazing talent of bringing out the best in people whether it be counseling or encouraging someone to be comfortable in whom they are."

Vicki Newton, parent, Utica, OH