I have been working as a clinical social worker and therapist for over 40 years. I approach working with clients by thinking about how I would want to be treated and what I would want from a therapist. I believe that healing CAN happen and that it can be done in a gentle way. The two models that I primarily use, EMDR and the Trauma Resiliency Model are very client centered. The premise of both models is that we each have the intrinsic ability to heal. We just need the right guide. My focus is on teaching clients practical skills that can help them day to day in managing their life as well as treating the underlying issues that are causing their present distress. I work together with the client to develop the individualized plan of care that works the best for them.

Have you said to yourself "IF" I make enough money, lose weight, get married, have kids, etc., "THEN" I will be happy, content, or joyous, only to find that you are left feeling just as incomplete as before you made those accomplishments? Have you gotten to a point in your life where the "if-then" statements you make to yourself have left you feeling unworthy and critical of yourself? Do you ever find yourself fixated on your worth as a person, parent, or loved one? Using an eclectic approach I help clients find their worth, ease their critical voice, and create a joyous life through self-acceptance.

I am empathic, nonjudgmental and creative. I use a supportive, caring style to challenge my clients to achieve the goals they set for themselves. I am flexible, employing whatever therapeutic model fits the needs of my client. I am an involved therapist. I don't just sit back and nod as you talk without giving you some sort of structure, or insight. Sometimes I will even give you "homework" to help you achieve the goals you set for yourself during my sessions. But I also want you to feel this therapy is for you. My sessions are guided by your needs and instincts. My own intuition is secondary to your intuition because you always know yourself best. I believe that if you don't "own" your therapy, it won't work as it should.

Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, lonely, or stuck? Struggling with self-esteem, relationships, motivation, or achieving your goals? Therapy can help you develop insight, understanding, and skills to manage these stressors and grow. My hope as a therapist is to foster a safe and nurturing relationship in which together we can explore and make sense of your history and experiences. Through this process we will help you develop inner strength, increased self-awareness, and develop the ability to make meaningful changes in your life. Please feel free to reach out for a free phone consultation, I look forward to speaking with you.

Whatever life may be putting you through, I am glad you found your way here. Maybe you feel overwhelmed with anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, poor body image, intense emotions, or a whole list of other struggles that may feel unacceptable. As a client centered therapist, I am overjoyed to welcome all parts of you with open arms, warmth, and kindness. My goal is never to change you, just simply to know you. In my practice we will work toward your goals in a judgement free space using trauma informed, integrative and gestalt therapy with a dash of education and empowerment. I have experience working with adults, teens, and children managing struggles that come with depression, anxiety, body dysmorphia, grief, adjustment issues, interpersonal concerns, and trauma. I also have a special interest and much experience working with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I believe that what makes us different makes us beautiful and I strive in my practice to destigmatize what makes us different and embrace this diagnosis as a strength. The world needs more people who don’t fit the mold and as Thomas Armstrong, PhD once said: “Instead of pretending there is hidden away in a vault somewhere a perfectly ‘normal’ brain to which all other brains must be compared, we need to admit there is no standard brain, just as there is no standard flower, or standard cultural or racial group, and that in face diversity among brains is just as wonderfully enriching as biodiversity and the diversity among cultures and races”

Have you been feeling stress, doubt, and worries in your relationships and work? You may have been suffering for a long time and have tried to find relief not getting the results you want. You may be hesitant to seek help or doubt there is a way to feel better. Through my years of experience I have seen countless clients move through suffering to having more hope for the future, a more fulfilling life, and feeling joy in their relationships. Working together as a team, we find new ways of thinking and you will see yourself in a different light.

Here's some good news: many of my clients begin to feel some relief after just one therapy session with me. Wondering how that can be possible? It's because I've been there! I mean I've actually surmounted many of the same challenges you face...personally. With my firsthand experience, I can't help but understand and empathize with what you're going through. And I know how to cut right through to the deeper issues and help you start feeling better and gaining control as quickly as possible.

"Why can't I get it together"? "It feels like all that I have gone through in my life has made me fearful, frightened, stuck! I need help." "Am I just stuck being this way because of my trauma?" "Will I ever heal?" "My relationships, me, my job all seem to be in a standstill and I can't get out of this rut". It doesn't have to be this way. Yes, trauma does leave a mark on you, your mind, your heart and your relationships. However, the mark does not have to be permanent. Even if you have not suffered major trauma-early experiences of not being loved, neglected, bullied, ostracized have created negative patterns needing to be broken. Your loved ones see it, you also know it- it is time to release what the past has patterned in you. Find yourself free from the impact of trauma, attachment injuries, anxiety, depression, relationship distress-call today for your free consultation!

Each person requires us therapists to learn a new language, to paraphase Carl Jung. I am not a cookie-cutter, one size fits all therapist. I respect the intelligence and sensitivity of each client, and am told over and over again that my clients feel safe with me. I work collaboratively and creatively to help my clients find relief and solution. Some treatment is not necessarily long-term -- with EMDR, for instance, relief and improvement can sometimes come quickly. I have vast experience treating addictions of all kinds, and families and friends of addictsalcoholics. I am also experienced in treating trauma of various kinds, from childhood abuse to "single-incident" traumas such as car accidents, injuries, etc.

I specialize in helping busy adults better manage symptoms of stress and anxiety and become more present, engaged, and purposeful in their daily lives. My approach is tailored to each unique individual and based on their specific contexts, goals, preferences, and needs. I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions to help each client move toward their goals. In my sessions, I meet each client with gentle curiosity as we together begin to understand how their anxiety, stress, or other challenges function within the larger context of their life and values. From there, we work together to develop practical strategies to create positive changes that are in alignment with their goals and fit within their busy lives. I offer daytime, weekend, and evening appointments through a secure online video platform. Please reach out to schedule a free 15-minute phone call to see if my practice would be a good fit. I hope to hear from you!

I facilitate symptom relief in children through the therapeutic clienttherapist relationship. The method of conducting therapy is Psychodynamic and is oriented through the medium of art, play therapy and family therapy. The modality of therapy is both individual and family therapy with the focus on symptom relief in the child.

Life can feel overwhelming, lonely, or directionless at times, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I provide a compassionate and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. My approach is person-centered, meaning you lead the session at your own pace while I guide and support you in gaining deeper self-awareness, healing emotional wounds, and creating meaningful change. I specialize in working with adults (ages 18-64) struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, or significant life transitions. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, uncover your strengths, and develop tools that empower you to move forward with confidence and clarity.