I would like to honor the individuals who have been instrumental in my becoming the

therapist I am today:

 

My parents, Jean T. Ginter and Clarence Ginter

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My mother who forged her own way into the professional world challenging stereotypes

about women in the workforce and their ability to have both a family and a career.

My father who greeted people with dignity and respect and believed in himself as he

eventually founded his own business while continuing to be the foundation of love to our

family.

 

Marlyn Gill

My best friend and mentor who encouraged me to develop my own set of therapeutic

skills and not be afraid to trust who I am as a person and therapist.

 

Enid Ikeda

The dean of women at my high school over 50 years ago who recognized that a free

spirit sometimes needs guidance and encouragement to continue to find one’s own path

and develop into one’s own person.

 

To you all, I thank you for the love you have given me through each stage of my life.

 

- Joanne Ginter