After being in private practice for a number of years, my approach to therapy has evolved considerably to include a diverse range of approaches and techniques. I rely upon developing a good working relationship with clients that is founded upon an understanding of who they are, how they understand things, what they want, and what would benefit them. read more

Qualities of Emotional Distress

When we are dealing with very distressing situations, we may feel that emotional pain is constant, endless, and unbearable. We feel stuck in it. We lose sight of the fact that we experience it in “waves” and there are periods of relief from the worst of it. A “bad day” is more often a series of painful episodes than a day of unrelenting emotional agony. These three qualities of emotional distress are helpful to keep in mind… read more…

Finding the Right Therapist for You

The relationship between client (or patient) and therapist (or counselor) is very important. Counseling is a uniquely personal experience and its effectiveness is highly dependent upon this relationship. The importance of this relationship has often been cited in clinical outcome research. It is very important to feel that you can talk to the therapist you are working with and that you feel understood, cared for, and respected. read more…

My Background

  Professional Licenses: Psychologist (# PSY 12746) Marriage Family Therapist (# LMFT 21796)   Education: Ph.D. in Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology (now a part of Alliant University) Completed all but dissertation in a Ph.D program in Human Development and Aging at the University of California, San Francisco MA in Educational Psychology at San Francisco State University Completed over 100 Continuing Education Courses   Speciality … read more…