I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz and my masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (www.itp.edu). I describe my therapeutic approach as "eclectic," in that I incorporate many different treatment modalities. I feel that rapport and "fit" are the most vital components of successful therapy. I encourage my clients to take an active role in their treatment and I ask for ongoing feedback about how counseling is working and not working for them.

I have experience working with many types of people and have worked in private practice settings, non-profit agencies, elementary schools, junior colleges, group homes, and on a suicide and crisis hotline. I have extensive experience working with Chemical Dependency and the impact it has on individuals, couples, and families. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I thoroughly enjoy providing quality and meaningful counseling and would love the opportunity to speak with you.

Services I provide include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Chemical Dependency Oriented Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Art Therapy/Creative Expression
• Play Therapy
• Parent Coaching
• Business Coaching (If you are interested in this service, please visit my other website at www.theforkintheroadcoach.com)

Types of issues/diagnoses I treat include:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Anger Management
• Infertility
• Grief and Loss
• ADHD
• Issues Related to Sexuality (LGBT)
• Issues Related to Adoption and Foster Care
• Chemical Dependency
• Domestic Violence
• Child Abuse and Childhood Trauma
• Personal Growth and Development