I believe that making the time for yourself to feel happier, to alleviate stress or anxiety, to find meaning in your life or to improve your relationships can result in feeling happier and more fulfilled. I feel that the relationship and the trust between a therapist and client are essential for positive outcomes in therapy. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and have been working in the Bay Area for over 18 years.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, as I believe one approach does not work for everyone. I am informed by systems theories and psychodynamic theories but also have experience with CBT, DBT and mindfulness. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, autism/ neurodivergence and substance use disorders.
My approach with clients is warm and open, though depending on your specific concerns and needs I may also be direct in pointing out patterns that may be getting in the way of you achieving your goals or treatment outcomes. Most clients say that they feel safe, supported and respected when working with me and this is important to me.
