Therapy for Emotional Health
Not everything that is faced can be changed;
but nothing can be changed until it is faced.
~James Baldwin
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I have been working with adults, children, and families, providing interactive, solution-focused therapy since 1994. I specialize in couples work relating to issues around the challenges of parenting. I have over 25 years experience navigating school systems and advocating for additional support.
I have experience working with a wide range of persons from diverse backgrounds who are facing issues related to trauma or the many challenges that life presents us with.
Areas of particular interest:
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adolescent individuation and the stress that comes with this growth
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life transitions
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stress management
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improving communication
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challenges with connection
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struggles with mood, anxiety, and self esteem
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guiding parents in their collaboration with school systems in accessing all available support
My hope is to help you be present with the here and now - to experience life with awe, humor, gratitude, and kindness towards oneself and others.
I offer a free 30 minute phone consultation to help determine if we are a good match. If you'd like to schedule an appointment, please fill out the form below. I look forward to talking with you. I am currently providing therapy sessions via tele-health.
Whether it’s your first time in therapy or you’re wishing to start again, I hope to provide a space to meet you where you are at - to connect and to support a clearer understanding of your feelings and behaviors.
I work with adults and adolescents. My approach is to find the patterns that may be holding you back from a greater sense of contentment. If your goal is to work through self doubt or to improve your ability to communicate your needs, I honor the opportunity to be on this journey of greater self discovery.
Research has shown that sometimes the quickest way to healing can be found through family therapy.
Although it can be frightening to work through issues as a family, when held with compassion and a commitment to safety, changes can be seen quickly.
I welcome couples to consider therapy before they feel like “there’s too much water under the bridge” to stay with each other. I work with couples to explore both what is working well and what challenges may be impeding intimacy.
I also specialize in working with parents who may be struggling with their differing approaches to parenting. This can be a frustrating source of conflict.
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I have experience navigating school systems and can guide parents in accessing all possible support options to ensure the success of their child.