People considering therapy sometimes worry if the therapist will be supportive, open to what they're saying, or right for their needs. I offer an initial 30-minute consultation so we can explore whether I'm the right fit for you. We'll get to know one another and see if we're a good match. Even better, it won't cost you anything! At times I am active and questioning to help you explore the behaviors that stop you from achieving your goals. In other cases I am quiet, working to assimilate information to devise a better picture of our goals for our work together. Either way, our relationship is collaborative in nature, and I always have your best interests at heart.

In entertainment and the arts, isolation is an issue that widely goes unrecognized. The joy of working on something you deeply care about often comes with the side effects of isolation, fear of rejection, loss of motivation and lack of balance. It can be hard to find your footing and tap into your best self. This unique lifestyle offers the potential for fulfillment and also the potential for stagnancy and imbalance. It can be so overwhelming. You want to know when is the right time to follow your intuition. When do you trust people around you and your own voice that doubts you? You know what you need to do and you often ignore it out of fear, only to see consequences and other people reap the rewards of your doubt. Imagine knowing what you really want and being able to follow that, instead of constantly second-guessing yourself in every aspect of your life. You would feel heard and respected in your relationships while also being able to balance your work and your personal life, which often bleed into each other. I help people in the industry to define that balancing act in a way that works for them. Featuring two locations in Westwood and DTLA as well as the ability to do phone sessions for those who travel frequently, I make the process of therapy easy to fit in to your busy life. Visit my website to learn more and schedule a free consultation!

You're worried about what will happen the next time you need a break. You don't want to lash out, but everyone's needs are overwhelming you. Caregiving, whether you decided to do this or it happened to you, is hard to do on your own. You wish things were different with your loved one, maybe back to the way they were before a diagnosis. You want to have the hard conversations with your family and supports while you still have a chance. Burnout, grief, overwhelm, panic, and frustration are not new concepts to you. I have lived experience as a caregiver to strangers, friends, and family. I am also a relational therapist, meaning I recognize the importance of connection in our lives. Together we can manage caregiver burnout and use real, tangible skills to go from relationship stress to living in your authentic values. You've tried everything and attempted to manage on your own. Chronic stress comes back over and over again no matter what tips and tricks you follow. It impacts your mind, your body, and your relationships. You just wish that someone would care for you the way you've cared for others. What is getting in the way of receiving that care?

Each of our lives is a journey toward growth and meaning. It is inevitable that we will run into obstacles along the way. I see myself as a guide on the road who can assist you in figuring out how to best navigate and learn from the challenges you face. I will be active in engaging you in this process by listening to your individual story, supporting your life goals and dreams, and challenging you with new options when you are conflicted, stuck, or confused. My hope is that through our relationship, you can know yourself better and take action that is right for your particular path.

Sometimes life takes us on a path that leaves us with painful memories, and these experiences can interfere with our sense of well-being. It is understandable that processing these thoughts and feelings alone can be overwhelming. If you are interested in exploring how your life experiences may be impacting your present choices and would like to find ways to shift painful patterns, I welcome you to have a conversation with me. I believe that the mind is intricately connected to the body. My primary orientation incorporates a body focused psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing (SE) method. SE is an innovative mind-body therapeutic approach for resolving trauma and relieving chronic stress symptoms by bringing attention to the way our bodies can physiologically regulate to work through states of psychological distress and dysregulation. This integrated approach focuses on both psychological and somatic states and has proven very effective in healing past traumas, curbing self-defeating behaviors, developing healthier ways to connect with others, and improving trust in one’s self.

Want to manage stress and anxiety better, improve your relationships and lead a more impactful life? Great news – I can help. I help people grow their courage, deepen their relationships, and lead more meaningful lives. I work with those who want to overcome their fears, have a more powerful voice, and take bold steps toward real change. I am a goal-oriented therapist who believes that honest feedback given in a loving manner is the best catalyst for change. I bring a mix of honesty, compassion and humor to my work, and strive to be as authentic as possible. My ideal client is someone that is willing to put in the effort to change.

In my work with you (consistent weekly 50 min sessions), I step in as a guide on your path, and am versed in being able to see things from a larger, more symbolic perspective with you, to help you do that with better ease yourself. The approach I use is called "holistic" because I am looking at your personality traits, strengths, talents, gifts, weaknesses, body system, energy system, heart, emotions, relationships, moods, and mental orientation to piece together the choices you have made on your journey here. Together, we look at Who You Are in a deeper way, and with a lot of love, empathy and compassion. What works and what is not working? Where are you stuck? Where are you in pain? Where do you feel empty, bored or lost? What do you long for? Where do you feel flow and joy? How are your relationships working or not working? Then we notice patterns and dynamics that repeat year after year. These show up in your physical world and your physical body. Perhaps there is loss, grief, anger, guilt or shame holding you back. I help you clear this so that more of your life force is freed up and you can live a more fulfilling life of your choosing. Many of our patterns are attachment related and go back to a time when we were very young or little. I can help you see this with greater insight, help you know yourself deeper, and fall more in love with your life journey. In this way, I am working with you the person, as well as you the Soul. I am not afraid to address the concept of the "soul" together and your deeper connection to all. In fact, it is imperative that we do.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of California, Florida and New York and the founder of My Therapy Corner, a practice for individuals and couples. Additionally, I am a Certified EMDR trauma therapist, a Consultant in training (providing consultation to therapists who want to become certified in EMDR), and a Gottman Method Couples Therapist. I also specialize in working with anxiety and addiction. My team of therapists is highly trained and works from the same relational and trauma-informed perspective. I am aware of the complex impact of trauma (any perceived trauma, no matter how big or small) on an individual, and my approach integrates this knowledge into every aspect of treatment. While I give clients coping skills using a variety of therapeutic modalities, the goal is always to get to the core of the problem. People don’t want band-aids, they want to heal and be who they were always meant to be. So my trauma-informed approach in therapy attends to the underlying trauma from any cause. This can apply to anyone. It’s not just for people with severe traumas such as surviving wars, sexual abuse, assaults, and natural disasters. It applies to others with attachment wounds, emotional distress, depression, addictions, anxiety, creative blocks, feeling stuck in their life, overcoming heartbreak, negative relationship patterns, or any other kind of hurt. I utilize research-based techniques and interventions during my work with Couples. You will get lots of feedback that you will be able to use in between sessions to start the path toward improving your union. I have additional training in working with couples in recoveryaddiction, and couples who newly became parents. My therapeutic style is warm and supportive. I know how difficult it is to take the first step. We will work at your own pace, and you will feel supported throughout the process. Your comfort level in therapy is very important to me and my team. I conduct all the phone assessments to connect you with a therapist on our team who will meet your therapeutic needs. Contact me for a free phone consultation.

I believe that anyone can change, at any time. Everyone faces challenges at different points in their lives, and it is what we do with these challenges that make the difference. I help my clients find their truth, identify and address their obstaclesissues, and move towards the peace and balance that is desired. A person's journey of growth and healing is personal. My approach is non-judgmental, caring, direct, and geared towards the individual and their particular needs.

I have helped clients process complex sexual trauma and emotional abuse, neglect and abandonment. I also work with depression, anxiety, loss and attachment issues, as well as Chronic and Terminal illnesses such as Epilepsy, Breast cancer.

Many of my clients approach me feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or burnt out. I’m an experienced therapist who works well with individuals navigating relational challenges, life transitions, and boundary setting. My approach to psychotherapy is to provide you with a free and protected space to express difficult thoughts and feelings and to facilitate the emergence of your authentic self. Together, we will establish a supportive alliance so that you can make connections between past and present and identify obstacles that prevent you from living your life more fully. Healing permits us to actually embrace and grow from our suffering. I welcome hearing from you.

What if I told you that: Therapy can be common sense, practical and direct? That we hold the answers for our own suffering within ourselves? Learning to treat ourselves with kindness can help us to open up--even fearlessly embrace-- our own pain. This can be your approach to change and help cease your struggle with anxiety, depression and all the: worries, discomfort, void and fear that come with it. Benefits of Self-Compassion: • Increased overall well-being • Greater life satisfaction, self-worth, resilience and motivation • Decreased anxiety, depression and fear of failure • More social connection • Less Burnout