Meet Haley (Founder)

Haley smiling like an awkward Guinea Pig.

Hello! It’s lovely to meet you here. First of all, I'm a mama to 14 rescue pups. I love laughing and enjoying the company of my husband and dogs in our backyard. Each one came to me carrying their own story. Some were timid, others uncertain...all searching for a place where they could settle in. They've all taught me something profound: growth unfolds in its own time when we create the right environment for it. Way Back Home™ began not as a business plan, but through these everyday moments. I saw how my pups didn't need to become entirely different to enjoy the fresh air, roll around in the grass, and breath-stinkingly smile.

This understanding became the foundation for everything I do. Way Back Home™ is a space for children, families, and yes, pups too, who simply need room to connect and grow. I founded Way Back Home™ in my hope that all children and canines can live joyful, meaningful lives. In all honesty, I want to become successful enough to buy a farmland one day where chained dogs can finally find their home, and where all children can discover meaningful opportunities to thrive. How beautiful would that be?

  • University of Maryland - College Park, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

    University of Kentucky M.A in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

    -Graduated w/ Summa Cum Laude

    -University of Kentucky, Chi Sigma Iota Nominated Member

  • Intellect, EAP Global Clinical Therapist Team Lead

    Intellect, Trust & Safety EAP Therapist

    Intellect, EAP Global Child Therapy/Parent Coaching Program Development Owner

    Intellect, Resilience/Positive Psychology/Sleep Smarter/Leadership Advancement Workshop(s)

    Healing Together Therapy & Wellness Center, Mental Health Therapist

    I Care Counseling Center, Mental Health Therapist

    Korea Psychological Group, Child Psychotherapist/Mental Health Therapist

    Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington, Victim Services Coordinator

    Go-Getters Inc., Counselor Intern


  • U.S Connecticut Licensed Professional Counseling Associate #23270410

    Certified AutPlay® Provider

    Child-Centered Play Therapy with Neurorelational Emphasis Certification by Play Strong Institute

    Intellect Trust & Safety Counseling Advanced Practitioner Certification

    NAPIESV National Organization of Asians and Pacific Islanders Ending Sexual Violence Sexual Assault Prevention Training, 40 hours

    Gottman Institute Couples Therapy Level 1 Certification

    Clinical Military Counselor Certificate, Telehealth Certification Institute