Marney has a Master of Social Work degree through Ferris State University as well as being a Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Married and mother to a new baby boy, Marney values family connections, enjoys her two kitties, Fantasy Football, playing cards, and is drawn to true crime shows and Survivor, intermixed with the occasional Disney classics. She works as the Assistant Director of a local non-profit Recovery Community Organization, 217 Recovery, in Traverse City.

With extensive life experience, Marney brings an understanding of the complexities of a fractured family, domestic violence, substance use, emotional abuse, trauma, and the importance of mental health. Marney has a wide variety of experience working with substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, self-harm/suicidal ideation, and those facing pivotal life changes using person-centered, strength-based, goal-oriented, and solution-focused approaches. 

Marney sees the client as the true expert in their own lives and herself as a supportive guide and mentor along the way. Marney has a sincere interest in helping others transition to healthy, functional lifestyles, and improved family and social interactions.