ABOUT ME

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the state of California. I have over 25 years specializing in work with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, developmental delays, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anger Management Issues, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced body image difficulties and depression. I also have a passion for helping individuals through difficult life changes and challenges.

My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client can be one that helps improve outcomes. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and client centered therapy. I will tailor our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs in a warm, caring and safe environment.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

SPECIALTIES

• Stress, Anxiety

• Relationship issues

• Trauma

• Eating disorders

• Self esteem / Self image

• Depression

Also experienced in:
Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment Issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Divorce and Separation, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family Problems, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Money and Financial Issues, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Self-Love, Sexuality, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 25+