She has over 25 years experience as a Registered Nurse, with advanced certification in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing and HIV and AIDS. She has been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California for over 15 years and is certified in Gestalt Therapy, Domestic Violence Treatment, Critical Incident Stress Management and Alcoholism and Addiction Treatment. She is also a member of the International Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT),  the International Speakers Network (ISN), and the International Coach Federation.

Renee has been a recognized mental health services provider and educator in San Diego for over 20 years.  She was a Tribute to Women in Industry (TWIN) honoree in 2009 and was honored with the Mental Health Nurse of the Year from the North County Civic Association in 2006. Her dedication to community includes serving on San Diego’s Domestic Violence Council and on the Board of Directors at Christie’s Place, a support center for women, children and families infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.