LMFT

When looking for someone to help you with adapting to complex life situations and challenging emotional issues, it is vital to find someone who you feel comfortable being with, who respects you, and focusses on your goals. I strive to work in a warm, empathic and engaging style, blending a variety of therapeutic tools, that best match your specific needs. Refined over my 30 years in practice, I would describe my approach as results driven, hands on and active. First we explore your situation and what you want to change. Equally import, is finding and strengthening what you already enjoy in your life and is working well. Using this strength based vantage point, we detemine what needs to change and the best tools to use to making these changes for you, or a family member. I frequently work with people who want to feel less restricted by anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, or the impact of various forms of traumatic experiences. Working with people as they become more free to choose what to do, where to go and who to be with is enormously gratifying. I also really enjoy working with people who have difficulties fully tapping into their innate talents to create satisfying relationships and academic successes, because of executive functioning differences such as ADHD. Individual's who are on the spectrum have different ways of experiencing the world, and I can help them translate their experiences to better mesh with those around them.

Everyone encounters problems in their lives. Most of us, most of the time, feel able to overcome them or at least weather the storm and find a way forward. Yet most of us, at some point in our lives, face problems which feel overwhelming and for which we need outside help. Regardless of how severe or long-standing your problems are I am confident I can help. Learning new ways of being and adjusting how we take care of ourselves and our life can and should be empowering, positive, and uplifting. I have extensive experience with Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Family Systems, Motivational Enhancement and Mindfulness-based approaches to psychological health and symptom reduction. I invite you to journey with me into an empathic, clear and productive relationship where you will have the opportunity and support to discover your inherent wisdom and adaptive nature. I am here to help you sort through your unique situation using your own perceptions and strengths. Treatment is focused on changing thought patterns, behavioral habits, and emotional narratives that no longer serve you. I bring warmth and energy to every session with the wholehearted expectation that we will achieve our goals together.

I work with individuals from late adolescence through middle adulthood, with a special focus on college-aged individuals and those navigating the challenges of young adulthood. Many of my clients come to therapy struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or difficulty connecting with others socially or emotionally. Some feel stuck, unmotivated, or overwhelmed by stress. Others are navigating relationship issues or life transitions and want support in understanding their patterns and moving toward healthier connections. My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I draw from a range of evidence-based methods—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Humanistic Therapy—to meet each client’s unique needs. I often find CBT especially helpful in addressing anxiety, depression, and social skills by offering clear, practical tools for change. Together, we’ll work to build insight, strengthen hope, and create meaningful goals that support lasting growth and emotional well-being.

I hold a Master of Science from Columbia University and Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Berkeley. It was my own life experience that led me to become a psychotherapist. Perhaps because of this my patients often report feeling understood in a way they'd not expected. I believe you'll find I bring warmth, understanding, humor and maturity to our every session. I see each patient as a unique individual with a complex biological and psychological history, yet one whose life is built upon a myriad of relationships. I believe that above all else, we are social beings and seek connection to others; all emotional healing occurs within the context of relationships – whether in the therapeutic relationship in which we will engage, your intimate partner relationship, within your family, in enduring friendships or, ideally, in combination of each of these. It’s my belief that our emotions, mood, ability to genuinely connect with others and our sense of connection with our physical body are the result of many factors. We are the sum total of countless memories and sensations (some remembered, others suppressed), how we learned as children to attach emotionally to those with whom we were closest, and the interplay of these as they interact with our genetic predispositions. In your treatment, I will utilize a blend of the most transformative therapies I have studied over the years that speak to this complex interface of factors. Together let's find a path to a healthier life, one guided by wisdom gained from a better understanding of our past, as we pursue a future with a greater sense of well-being.

I view therapy as a collaborative process to which we both bring insight, feedback, expertise. Your experience and growth is central to the process and my goal is to facilitate a rewarding and productive process for you. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, sadness, conflict, fear, or any other human experience, I will approach the issue with curiosity, warmth and honesty.

I've been a practicing psychotherapist since 1982 and use an integrative and humanistic approach to problem solving, symptom relief, and relationship repair. I'm trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy and over the years have integrated spiritual, behavioral and cognitive techniques. I believe people are entitled to be heard without judgment or criticism. I provide a corrective emotional experience that allows clients to feel fully entitled and free to be assertive, connected, and reach their fullest potential.

I have been a creative arts somatic psychotherapist since 1982. I was trained and also completed certification in Rubenfeld Synergy wity Ilana Rubenfeld Hakomi Mindfulness based Somatic Psychotherapy with Ron Kurtz and Pat Ogden and faculty. Somatic Experiencing with Peter Levine phd. Family Constellations with Bert Hellinger Pre and peri natal Birth processing with Ray Castellino and Myrna Martin Jungian Professional Enrichment with Don Kalshed Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy with Michael Shea. Modern Group Analysis with Dr. Louis Ormont. And Recovery PiT training with Pia Melody. I am also in recovery for co- dependency and I presently specialize in the integration of the spiritual realms with kinesthetic awareness. I assist my clients in finding a secure attachment with their essence of BEING and developing ongoing emotional resilience while on the path of LOVE and embodiment.

Does your life seem to be repeating a pattern that, despite how optimistic and certain you feel at the start of a relationship, ends up causing you to feel disappointed, frustrated, and even surprised that, again, things did not turn out as you had hoped? This pattern may be connected to a previous experience that extends back to young adulthood, adolescence, or even childhood. You may have ‘unfinished business’ that is held within your brain and your physical body as an emotional wound. You don’t even have to be conscious of it for the past experience to influence the choices you make in the present. I am a trauma-trained psychotherapist, certified in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), which is an approach that not only treats the symptoms of an emotional wound but enables you to heal it and to put the past experience where it belongs- in the past. The word 'trauma' may sound frightening andor confusing. It actually comes from the Greek term, trauma, and means 'wound.' Therefore, my training helps to treat and heal your emotional wounds. With help from a mental health professional, you can become more conscious of these wounds, and with consciousness comes power- the ability to make healthy choices that serve you in the best way. I don't tell you what you should or should not be doing in your life. I do offer a safe space free of judgement so that you can explore what you truly wantneed and break unhealthy patterns. As a psychotherapist in private practice, I work with you to tailor your treatment to meet your individual goals. Together, we will create new and healthier relationship patterns that bring joy and fulfillment as you move forward on your journey! "The only journey is the one within." - Rainer Maria Rilka

In my over 25 years of experience in offering psychotherapy to individuals, families and couples, I have seen, time and time again, the inherent ability each person has for healing and change that can be stimulated and helped through therapy. My work is to support you in this process, employing my advanced training in an array of successful therapeutic approaches including mindfulness therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, to design and facilitate a treatment plan to meet the personal needs of each client individual, family or couple.

Welcome to my Good Therapy page! I understand that selecting a therapist can be just as challenging as deciding to enter into therapy. Therefore, this is my pledge to you: I will welcome you into treatment with compassion, professional competence, and a sincere sensitivity to the specific circumstances motivating you to seek therapy at this time. You can expect sessions with me to be interactive, catered to your specific needs, and above all else, sessions will always be a place of safety where your individuality will be valued and respected. It is my hope to foster a relationship with you that helps you attain freedom from problematic sexual behaviors, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and rebuild meaning into your life. I'm committed to providing the best care possible to individuals and couples who are experiencing pain and are seeking support and treatment for the following conditions: sex addiction, porn addiction, infidelity, intimacy-related issues, sexual dysfunctions, and betrayal trauma. My hope for you is that by embarking on this journey of self-discovery, you can unlock recovery and healing. I'd be happy to schedule a free consultation with you and see if it's all a good fit. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

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