I believe that people are fundamentally motivated toward growth and connection. The work in my psychotherapy practice involves removing the obstacles that keep us from achieving satisfying relationships with others, ourselves and our work. Whether the obstacle is an unprocessed trauma or maladaptive thoughts leading to anxiety and depression, managing these obstacles promotes personal growth and increased happiness.

My work is characterized by compassionate consideration and based on extensive therapeutic experience. I believe a thoughtfully conceived, highly individualized therapy approach can be invaluable in guiding you toward healing. I specialize in treating couples, people who have experienced trauma, and people who simply want to become healthier as they overcome difficulties which may be associated with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship challenges, or other issues. No matter what brings you to therapy, I believe our collaboration is crucial.

I have built a specialized practice integrating my clinical skills and credentials with my broad life experiences in corporate communication and product management in a Fortune 500 Corporation, commercial design, teaching, and owning a small business. I focus on young professionals who are facing relationship, social, academic, mental health, and professional issues, to increase self-awareness and make better informed decisions. I counsel with parents of young adults who want to address issues of autonomy, accountability, finances, and boundaries. The goal is to reach a healthy balance of independence while remaining connected.

I have been in private practice since 1976. Most of the people I see want to alter repetitive patterns in life and love they cannot seem to change. Some have been in therapy before. I find change to be a challenge because we tend to see what we already know. The therapeutic process should offer a partnership during which new ways of seeing and experiencing develop because of the different perspectives that the relationship offers. Recently I have found Skype to be useful for those with unusual schedules or locations as well as face to face visits.

You're looking for a counselor because your life isn't working out the way it should. You're feeling angry, unhappy, frustrated, worried, confused or empty. Maybe you want to fix your marriage, straighten out your kids, let go of the past, learn to forgive yourself or stop repeating the same mistakes over and over. Perhaps you're questioning your spiritual beliefs or trying to figure out what it will take to truly be happy. The bottom line: You want to change your life, and I'm here to help you do that. As your therapist, I'll create a safe space for you to freely express your thoughts and feelings, explore options, and heal.

Have you experienced trauma or a series of stressful events? Are you so anxious you struggle to enjoy your life? Do you startle or cry easily? Do you wonder who you really are because you are so burned out? Has your sleep changed for the worse? Do you have upsetting nightmares? You’re starting to think you might need to talk to someone. You wonder if life can be better and you wonder where to start.

Is your relationship stuck in the same pattern and you two are losing hope? Do you want more trust, connection and intimacy? Are you depressed, anxious, stressed, struggling with addiction or repeating patterns that lead you down to the same dead end? As a Certified Sex Therapist (CST) through AASECT, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I specialize in working with married & unmarried couples and individuals from all gender identity and sexual orientations. I help clients heal from intimacy/sexual issues, communication issues, depression/anxiety, infidelity, sexual trauma, mismatched sexual desires, sexual dysfunctions, gender identity and sexual orientation concerns. I am a LGBTQIA friendly and Kink aware therapist.

I walk alongside you as you explore your inner world. We will discover why you do what you do, and whether you want to continue doing it. Together, we learn how you impact others and yourself. I ask questions that elucidate your real motivations. I help you understand what you actually want so that you can get it. You're ready to go deeper, but you're not sure how to go about it. If you want to cultivate more freedom in your life, and better understand yourself and your relationships, you've come to the right place.

I actively work to make the process relevant and helpful for you. I have been a therapist for 20+ years so I have had thousands of conversations with clients and extensive advanced training. I know change can be challenging so I try to make the process as efficient and painless as possible. I am motivated to help you meet YOUR goals. I always offer you the insights gained from my years of experience as well as my knowledge about what helps us lead a good life. I am practical and down to earth in my approach.

Does your happiness and self-worth yo-yo up and down depending on the current circumstances of your life? When something which you have no control over goes wrong, do you tend to blame yourself even when you know, logically, that it isn't your fault? The pain of low self-esteem and perfectionism can be hard to live with and sometimes hard to escape from. I love to work with people to improve their feelings of self-worth and lessen the pull of perfectionism.

I work with teens, couples and individual adults on relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance and behavioral addictions. While there may be a specific goal for therapy, ultimately my hope is that you feel more alive, embodied, connected, resilient and self-accepting. We start by building a safe and trusting environment within which vulnerabilities, difficult experiences and unhelpful patterns can emerge and new experiments in thinking, feeling and relating can be attempted. This takes courage, and it can feel risky to speak the truth, to embrace disowned feelings, even just to receive support.

I help insightful people who are motivated and ready to make changes. I value listening to your "starting point" as you enter therapy. From there, we will build a dialogue that expands your awareness and choices of what else is possible for you in a given situation or relationship. My ideal clients are willing to practice new skills that may energize their communication and feel aligned with their true self.

Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.

I hold a strong conviction that we all have the potential and the capacity to heal and to live happy and meaningful lives. Although we cannot change the past, we do have the power to change how we respond to the events in our lives, heal unresolved pain, let go of negative beliefs, and change the behaviors that may contribute to depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and difficulties in relationships. I can help you navigate this healing journey by providing both compassionate support and practical guidance to help you gain insight and to acquire tools to effectively address the challenges you are facing.

Are you anxious about your relationship? Make the changes you want! Are you angry or depressed? I specialize in couples counseling, anxiety, depression, and anger. Why wait to make the positive changes you want? Let's create new tools custom tailored for you. I will listen carefully, and be a proactive teacher, as you learn and integrate what is possible in your life. I have offices in Boulder and Denver for your convenience.

Have you struggled with bouts of depression, rage, and anxiety for years without being able to understand the root of your mood issues? Have your relationships and jobs suffered along the way? I promise that it is not just "all in your head", and that there are ways to experience immediate relief as well as deeper healing.

My goal is to provide you with a safe, emotional space where you will feel comfortable, relaxed and know that you are being heard. I want you to be able to express yourself freely without any fear of judgement. Healing takes place when you are able to be open, honest and vulnerable. Throughout my practice, it has been an honor to help facilitate extraordinary transformation in the lives of my clients. Believe me when I say that, “Anything is possible,” as I have witnessed my clients overcome trauma, grief, depression, anxiety and hardcore drug addiction.

We all have challenges in life so why gut it out alone? Help is here. If you are ready to remove the roadblocks getting in the way of living your best life, can handle a tell-it-like-it-is attitude, and enjoy humor then we will be a good fit for counseling or coaching.

BALANCE, FIND YOUR VOICE, TAKE A STEP. Abraham Maslow said, "The story of the human race is the story of men and women selling themselves short." I hope you're aware: You have already accomplished something that frightens others: You had the courage to help yourself and find a therapist. That's the most important step. Progress can be intimidating, I understand. Isn't it true, though? Finally engaging in something that worries you is never as bad as you think! You are one step closer to being the person you wish to be and more. Keep moving forward. ~~~Convenient & Confidential online counseling available~~as well as office sessions.

Going through life can be a rough process. Things happen to you and around you that may have changed how you view yourself and respond to the world. Reframing and reprocessing those experiences allow you to be fully you and improve quality of life exponentially. I will help you to identify blocks to being fully yourself, empowering you to take charge of your life in order to find contentment, joy, and peace. Whether you have experienced traumas with a capital T or a series of difficult situations that have created issues, you can be assured that you'll feel valued and validated as we work together.