I am a CA licensed Clinical Psychologist (Psy29035) and I have been collaborating with children, parents, adults, and couples in the therapy process for the past eleven years.
It is my belief that therapy is a collaborative journey, with therapist and client working side by side toward a common goal. Authentic is a perfect way to describe how I view the therapeutic relationship, and all of my relationships. I am patient, playful and gentle, but honest, in my therapy, and easily connect with my clients in a genuine way. I believe it is through this connection that clients find that they have possibilities that they may not have seen prior to therapy. I also believe that practices such as mindfulness, play, and self-care can open previously unavailable paths to health and happiness.
An East Coast transplant, my path to becoming a psychologist began at Smith College and my work with children through education. I hold a doctorate in clinical psychology from Antioch University New England and enjoy working with children, families, adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and couples.
My areas of interest include:
Parenting and children
Emerging adulthood
Divorce/Relationships
LGBT
Sexual health
Mind Body Wellness
Pre School Assessments
Psychological Assessments
Treatment Models Employed:
Experiential
Humanistic
Mindfulness
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Child Directed Play Therapy /Sandtray
Expressive Therapies
Dissertation:
Addressing Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Bullying: A Mindfulness-Based Intervention