User:Linda Fischman

Linda J Fischman is an Independent Rehabilitation Counselor with 10 years experience assisting with the medical management and vocational placement of individuals with varying illnesses, injuries, and/or disabilities. She is also a Vocational Expert providing testimony in Workers’ Compensation, Long Term Disability, Personal, and Social Security claims over the past 15 years. Prior to pursuing an independent career, she has several combined years experience with Ascent Health Management, QRS Inc, and Pioneer Rehabilitation.

She attended the University of Georgia where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Educational Psychology in 1992 and a Master of Education in Rehabilitation Counseling in 1994. Several internships were completed throughout her training including the Greene County BOE; Clark County DRS; Turner Rehabilitation; and The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago – an affiliate of Northwestern University Medical School. Linda is married to Jim Fischman who together have three children: twins, Garrett & Justin; and a daughter Ainsley. Presently, they reside in Canton, GA where she is an active member of the community. Linda has spent the past 4 years coaching youth cheer squads, 2 of which she was also the District Cheer Director. She is now moving on to coach one of the local middle school teams. Linda also served on the HOA Board and school PTA Board; as well as in several room mom, team mom, and PTA mom roles.

Born February 12, 1971 on Long Island, NY; Linda is the oldest child of Ed and Linda Kroell. She has a brother, Ed, who is two years younger than she. The family moved to Roswell, GA when she was 6 years old, where they remained throughout her childhood. Linda graduated from Roswell High School in 1988 then went on to pursue her studies at the University of Georgia.

Linda is a member of several professional organizations pertaining to both counseling and coaching. She spends what spare time she has planning events; baking/decorating cakes for any occasion; and traveling.

To her, the glass is always half full; never and can’t are not options; and she’d rather live a life of ‘oh wells’ than ‘what ifs’.