About
I believe in change. Everyone has the capacity to change. After working in the arts, I became a psychotherapist to expand my understanding of life’s complexities and become additive to others’ lives by helping them create change. When we meet, my goal is to understand the imprint life has made on you in a non-judgmental, compassionate space and help move you to the improvements you desire.
I work from a relational, psychodynamic, attachment theory based lens, and tailor treatment to clients with interdisciplinary techniques, from EMDR to CBT to Narrative Therapy. My style is warm, collaborative, empathetic, and direct. I look for ways to empower you. Lower distress and revitalized connection to oneself and/or one’s partner - romantic, creative, familial or business - enhances our lives. Rooted in mutual trust, we investigate your history and patterns. I help you build your insight, self-understanding, self-compassion, and resilience. We integrate negative experiences and reveal untapped strengths on the path to a more satisfying life. Together, we work toward lasting, positive change.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirmative. I do not discriminate based on race, gender/gender identity, sexuality, age, ability, heritage, socio-economic status or religion.
Education:
University of Notre Dame
University of California at Los Angeles/UCLA - BFA
Antioch University - MA, Clinical Psychology
Clinical Training:
Cedars Sinai / Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services - Teen Line
Counseling West – Practicum and Traineeship
Institute for Creative Mindfulness - EMDR