How did I get here?? We will all ask ourselves this at one point in our lives. Unexpected life events can shake us to our core and make us question everything . Dealing with a loss, a mental heath or medical condition, a relationship problem or another life stressor can make us feel vulnerable and lost . It can be a lonely, scary place but you don’t need to go through this by yourself .
I would be honored to help you find your way back to a place of peace , empowerment and wellness.
I believe with acceptance, compassion, developing insights about yourself and learning and utilizing effective coping strategies you can get through life’s most difficult challenges.
I am an authentic, caring and skilled therapist with two decades of clinical experience . I will listen and support you without judgement but be honest ( always with respect) when needed. I come from a strength based model believing we become more resilient when we uncover our unique qualities and strengths to help us overcome human hardships
I use a variety evidence based treatment modalities including Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance Commitment therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Exposure therapy, Solution Focus therapy and Humanistic therapy. I do not believe there is a one -fits – all strategy and will work with you on an approach that is most useful to your personal situation as well as your personal style.
I also strongly believe the biggest components to getting better are one’ s willingness to fully engage in treatment as well as your
connection with me as your therapist, We always will work in collaboration to achieve your goals. I will provide you with a safe place where you can fully participate in the therapeutic process.
Together, if you are willing , I believe you can find healing, gain insights about your yourself and your situation, You will grow and become more empowered to handle life’s setbacks and hardships that we all face in our lifetime. We cannot escape pain and other uncomfortable emotions but we can find ways to better cope and find healing. Please contact me for a free consultation to see if we our a good fit.
Fee: $175.00 a session
Payment methods: check, PayPal, Business Saving account
Insurance: Lyra
Qualifications:
Years of Practice: 20
License: LCS 21247
School: San Jose State University
Year Graduated: 1996
Additional Credentials:
Certificate . Board of Behavior Science: LCS21247
Date of certification: 2003
Specialty :
Life transitions
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Issues;
ADHD
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Family Stress
Grief
Occupational stressors
Relationship problems
Stress
Self Esteem
Transitions
Client Focus:
Adults and Seniors
Modality
Individual
Group
Treatment Approaches.
.Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)
. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
.Compassion Focused
. Culturally Sensitive
Therapy
. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT)
. Emotionally Focused
. Exposure Therapy
. Humanistic Therapy
. Integrative
. Interpersonal
. Mindfulness based
. Motivational interviewing
. Person centered
. Solution Focused ( brief)
.Strength Based