Kim Lambert
Licensed Professional Counselor
Meet Kim
I began my career over 28 years ago as a crisis intervention specialist in a hospital working with children who had experienced trauma. When I began to notice a pattern of rehospitalization after the children were successfully discharged, I realized the importance of working with the entire family in order to make lasting changes.
It was then that my passion for counseling grew and I began my journey to what I believe is my true calling. Since then, I have worked with individuals of all ages in a wide variety of settings and have had the privilege to witness life-changing transformations in those with whom I have worked.
Background
Throughout my career, I worked with adults with serious mental health and substance abuse issues as they transitioned out of the state and local hospitals. I facilitated educational and support groups throughout the community for family members and caregivers of the mentally ill while partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).
Education Consultant
As a school counselor and director of student services, I created interventions for students with disabilities and special needs and developed school-wide programs which focused on social and emotional development. Working in a school system for 18 years afforded me the unique perspective of understanding the dynamics of an educational system, which has been invaluable for those who work in education and to families feeling frustrated by "the system." In simple terms... I get it. I understand both the parents' and teachers' perspectives.
Approachable
Those who know me would describe me as genuine, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental. I enjoy spending time with my family and playing with my rescue dog, Cooper.
What separates me from others is that I have faced and overcome many challenges throughout my life that help me understand and relate to others on a personal, authentic level.
Licenses/Certifications
NJ Licensed Professional Counselor #37PC00743900
NJ School Social Worker #00335417
National Board Certified School Counselor #01171630
Certified School Counselor in SC & VA
Anxiety & Stress Management Specialist (ASCA)
SC Licensed Professional Counselor #6777
VA Licensed Professional Counselor #0701008873
Global Career Development Facilitator
Education
MA in Counselor Education, Kean University, NJ 1996
BA in Psychology, Georgian Court University, NJ 1992