"I am both a therapist and an ordained Zen Buddhist priest working with all faiths and beliefs. In our work together I use and am trained in traditional psychodynamic, Gestalt and body oriented modalities and use mindfulness based practices helping clients become grounded in the present moment. My areas of expertise include working with couples in mindfulness and communication, resolving conflicts and differences in ways that lead to a new start. I am able to work with you on a wide variety of psychological and/or spiritual issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, separations and other life changes."
"I am both a therapist and an ordained Zen Buddhist priest working with all faiths and beliefs. In our work together I use and am trained in traditional psychodynamic, Gestalt and body oriented modalities and use mindfulness based practices helping clients become grounded in the present moment. My areas of expertise include working with couples in mindfulness and communication, resolving conflicts and differences in ways that lead to a new start. I am able to work with you on a wide variety of psychological and/or spiritual issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, separations and other life changes."
"I offer an "Integrated Approach to Psychotherapy" for adults, teens, couples and families. We may first seek to reduce negative symptoms and increase stability in our life, but eventually I support and challenge my clients to graduate from "surviving to truly "thriving" in all major aspects of their life. Relationships have shaped and influenced who we are and many clients appreciate help with essential relationship skills. I am one of the few therapists in Marin and SF actually certified as an Imago Relationship Therapist and had the honor to assist the founder in a local 2010 weekend couples workshop."
"I offer an "Integrated Approach to Psychotherapy" for adults, teens, couples and families. We may first seek to reduce negative symptoms and increase stability in our life, but eventually I support and challenge my clients to graduate from "surviving to truly "thriving" in all major aspects of their life. Relationships have shaped and influenced who we are and many clients appreciate help with essential relationship skills. I am one of the few therapists in Marin and SF actually certified as an Imago Relationship Therapist and had the honor to assist the founder in a local 2010 weekend couples workshop."
"I am a licensed psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience helping women, men, and adolescents struggling with disordered eating and body image issues.
I offer individual, group, and family therapy. Learn how to:
*Deal with food addictions *Identify and respond to your body's natural hunger and satiety signals *Set healthy boundaries *Express emotions, rather than binge, purge or restrict food.
We address issues that fuel your disordered eating, help you understand the function of food and weight in your life, and develop healthy ways to deal with life's challenges."
"I am a licensed psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience helping women, men, and adolescents struggling with disordered eating and body image issues.
I offer individual, group, and family therapy. Learn how to:
*Deal with food addictions *Identify and respond to your body's natural hunger and satiety signals *Set healthy boundaries *Express emotions, rather than binge, purge or restrict food.
We address issues that fuel your disordered eating, help you understand the function of food and weight in your life, and develop healthy ways to deal with life's challenges."
"I am a Police-Clinical Psychologist in the Bay Area and specialize in working with and treating police, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency responders who are experiencing acute or chronic stress responses (including PTSD) and/or job-related issues. I also conduct Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluations, Promotional Evaluations, and Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations for Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, Custody Personnel, and First Responders. I am a Forensic Psychologist as well and can perform both Forensic interviewing and testing."
"I am a Police-Clinical Psychologist in the Bay Area and specialize in working with and treating police, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency responders who are experiencing acute or chronic stress responses (including PTSD) and/or job-related issues. I also conduct Pre-Employment Psychological Evaluations, Promotional Evaluations, and Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations for Law Enforcement Officers, Firefighters, Custody Personnel, and First Responders. I am a Forensic Psychologist as well and can perform both Forensic interviewing and testing."
"Choosing a therapist can be a confusing process. Research has shown that the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important indicator of a successful outcome, more so than the therapist's type of professional degree or theoretical orientation. You need a therapist who will create a supportive atmosphere, but also one in which you will be gently challenged to think about your problems in a new and more adaptive manner. I will offer a compassionate and intelligent response to your concerns."
"Choosing a therapist can be a confusing process. Research has shown that the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important indicator of a successful outcome, more so than the therapist's type of professional degree or theoretical orientation. You need a therapist who will create a supportive atmosphere, but also one in which you will be gently challenged to think about your problems in a new and more adaptive manner. I will offer a compassionate and intelligent response to your concerns."
"Your potential is much greater than you even think. But psychological burdens -- such as depression, loneliness, guilt, and anxiety -- rob you of the freedom to feel, act, and choose. Self-protective strategies left over from childhood, ingrained but faulty ideas, and an absence of self-acceptance make life very, very difficult. How we work together will depend on what you want and what you need. Cognitive-behavioral techniques can be very valuable. But for many people, the path includes uncovering buried emotions, giving the "true self" a chance to emerge. Our closeness gives you the courage you'll need."
"Your potential is much greater than you even think. But psychological burdens -- such as depression, loneliness, guilt, and anxiety -- rob you of the freedom to feel, act, and choose. Self-protective strategies left over from childhood, ingrained but faulty ideas, and an absence of self-acceptance make life very, very difficult. How we work together will depend on what you want and what you need. Cognitive-behavioral techniques can be very valuable. But for many people, the path includes uncovering buried emotions, giving the "true self" a chance to emerge. Our closeness gives you the courage you'll need."
"People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons: Relief from sadness or anxiety, to break patterns that cause pain, to get clarity when you just don't know why life feels like an uphill battle or to simply get an "emotional tune-up." With compassion, emotional safety, and a clear, candid therapeutic style, I help people work through life's challenges using effective, evidence-based treatments that target the underlying causes for painful feelings. I believe healing happens holistically; Mind-Body-Spirit are aligned when people feel "right" within themselves."
"People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons: Relief from sadness or anxiety, to break patterns that cause pain, to get clarity when you just don't know why life feels like an uphill battle or to simply get an "emotional tune-up." With compassion, emotional safety, and a clear, candid therapeutic style, I help people work through life's challenges using effective, evidence-based treatments that target the underlying causes for painful feelings. I believe healing happens holistically; Mind-Body-Spirit are aligned when people feel "right" within themselves."
"Experience counts.... along with good training, a sense of openness, curiosity, warmth, and even the judicious use of humor. If you are like many people, getting started is often the hardest part. Whether you are looking for a one-time consultation on a particular concern or wanting to engage in an in-depth exploration of a serious longstanding issue, I will approach the work in a respectful and collaborative fashion."
"Experience counts.... along with good training, a sense of openness, curiosity, warmth, and even the judicious use of humor. If you are like many people, getting started is often the hardest part. Whether you are looking for a one-time consultation on a particular concern or wanting to engage in an in-depth exploration of a serious longstanding issue, I will approach the work in a respectful and collaborative fashion."
"For the past 15 years as a senior staff psychologist at Kaiser Permanente, I have helped hundreds of people to heal their emotional wounds and recover peace of mind. If you're finding that your daily mood and quality of life are being diminished by mental or physical symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress or relationship challenges, please give yourself the gift of a free phone consultation. My expertise includes health psychology, having pioneered PoZitive Strides - an approach to healing, health and happiness based on the clinical science of positive psychology. I offer individual as well as group therapy and educational programs."
"For the past 15 years as a senior staff psychologist at Kaiser Permanente, I have helped hundreds of people to heal their emotional wounds and recover peace of mind. If you're finding that your daily mood and quality of life are being diminished by mental or physical symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress or relationship challenges, please give yourself the gift of a free phone consultation. My expertise includes health psychology, having pioneered PoZitive Strides - an approach to healing, health and happiness based on the clinical science of positive psychology. I offer individual as well as group therapy and educational programs."
"If you are searching for a way of developing new hope, breaking out of old patterns, wanting more satisfying relationships, counseling may help you to reach these goals."
"If you are searching for a way of developing new hope, breaking out of old patterns, wanting more satisfying relationships, counseling may help you to reach these goals."
"My personal style is warm, welcoming and non-judgmental. My work is values and mindfulness-based, somatically informed and grounded in the neurobiology of trauma. When appropriate, I use Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), art and somatic (body) therapy in my work with adults, couples and adolescents, and in a weekly support group for women. I have extensive experience as a trauma therapist, both the small "t" traumas, as well as the big "T" traumas that may be life changing."
"My personal style is warm, welcoming and non-judgmental. My work is values and mindfulness-based, somatically informed and grounded in the neurobiology of trauma. When appropriate, I use Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), art and somatic (body) therapy in my work with adults, couples and adolescents, and in a weekly support group for women. I have extensive experience as a trauma therapist, both the small "t" traumas, as well as the big "T" traumas that may be life changing."
"ARE YOU FEELING ALONE, struggling within and out? I can help you with skillful support, addressing psychological issues, emotional unmet needs in an atmosphere of safety, warmth, and compassion. STRUGGLING WITH EMOTIONAL EATING? We will explore what you are really hungry for in life. IN A LIFE TRANSITION? - in relationship, health, vocation - I can help you navigate restructuring your life. HAVING CHALLENGES IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP? We will work together to restore the life-force of love in your relationship. SEEKING A DEEPER CONNECTION WITH YOUR CORE? We will unfold that place within you that is the source of mindful-wholeness."
"ARE YOU FEELING ALONE, struggling within and out? I can help you with skillful support, addressing psychological issues, emotional unmet needs in an atmosphere of safety, warmth, and compassion. STRUGGLING WITH EMOTIONAL EATING? We will explore what you are really hungry for in life. IN A LIFE TRANSITION? - in relationship, health, vocation - I can help you navigate restructuring your life. HAVING CHALLENGES IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP? We will work together to restore the life-force of love in your relationship. SEEKING A DEEPER CONNECTION WITH YOUR CORE? We will unfold that place within you that is the source of mindful-wholeness."
"Marriage is complicated. When trouble starts, most couples try to fix it on their own. That's a good thing. The problems come when the couple isn't able to repair what's broken, yet they don't seek professional help soon enough. One study reports that most couples wait six years before going into therapy. By then, the layers of pain have piled up. <> After working with couples for many years, I've developed a unique method of untangling the hurt and getting to the heart of the matter. Most couples can heal relatively quickly and enjoy lasting results."
"Marriage is complicated. When trouble starts, most couples try to fix it on their own. That's a good thing. The problems come when the couple isn't able to repair what's broken, yet they don't seek professional help soon enough. One study reports that most couples wait six years before going into therapy. By then, the layers of pain have piled up. <> After working with couples for many years, I've developed a unique method of untangling the hurt and getting to the heart of the matter. Most couples can heal relatively quickly and enjoy lasting results."
"Life can sometimes be challenging. You're doing your best to juggle responsibilities like work, school, family and relationships while trying to stay true to yourself all at the same time. Talk about overwhelming! Those things are hard to juggle even on a good day but coupled with anxiety, depression, stress and other mental health issues? It can make life seem unbearable at times. Learning to cope and developing pillars of support can help make your life more manageable and free you to enjoy the treasures that life has in store for you."
"Life can sometimes be challenging. You're doing your best to juggle responsibilities like work, school, family and relationships while trying to stay true to yourself all at the same time. Talk about overwhelming! Those things are hard to juggle even on a good day but coupled with anxiety, depression, stress and other mental health issues? It can make life seem unbearable at times. Learning to cope and developing pillars of support can help make your life more manageable and free you to enjoy the treasures that life has in store for you."
"Are you a woman that longs for intimacy and closeness, but don't want to repeat a painful past? Perhaps you have been cheated on, treated like your feelings are unimportant, or have been hurt in an emotional or physical way. You long for touch and connection, but want to feel cared for and safe. Part of you may be rushing towards finding a new love interest, and part of you may be backing away. Through relationship counseling and EMDR, I help women to heal from painful intimacy experiences and teach them how to develop loving and satisfying relationships."
"Are you a woman that longs for intimacy and closeness, but don't want to repeat a painful past? Perhaps you have been cheated on, treated like your feelings are unimportant, or have been hurt in an emotional or physical way. You long for touch and connection, but want to feel cared for and safe. Part of you may be rushing towards finding a new love interest, and part of you may be backing away. Through relationship counseling and EMDR, I help women to heal from painful intimacy experiences and teach them how to develop loving and satisfying relationships."
"Do you have the feeling that something is missing in your life? Are you single & dissatisfied, or married but discontent? Is your social or work life not as fulfilling as it used to be? Positive, solution-therapy can assist you to: *learn more about your unique personality type, and how you can work with it, instead of against it, to create more fulfillment in your relationships and life. *develop your ability to understand, empathize with and relate to others with ease & joy. *discover effective ways of dealing with your core issues, so you feel more fulfilled & alive."
"Do you have the feeling that something is missing in your life? Are you single & dissatisfied, or married but discontent? Is your social or work life not as fulfilling as it used to be? Positive, solution-therapy can assist you to: *learn more about your unique personality type, and how you can work with it, instead of against it, to create more fulfillment in your relationships and life. *develop your ability to understand, empathize with and relate to others with ease & joy. *discover effective ways of dealing with your core issues, so you feel more fulfilled & alive."
"I enjoy working with adults, individual and couples, children and adolescents. I start with where you are at and collaborate on meeting your needs/goals. I treat the whole person, harness your own unique strengths and offer my unconditional positive support. I trust the process and believe in each person's capacity to make their life what they want it to be. I see therapy as utilizing a nurturing relationship to create a safe place where self exploration and healing is possible. In this process you can gain clarity, get perspective on a situation and reach a sense of satisfaction and aliveness in your relationships and life."
"I enjoy working with adults, individual and couples, children and adolescents. I start with where you are at and collaborate on meeting your needs/goals. I treat the whole person, harness your own unique strengths and offer my unconditional positive support. I trust the process and believe in each person's capacity to make their life what they want it to be. I see therapy as utilizing a nurturing relationship to create a safe place where self exploration and healing is possible. In this process you can gain clarity, get perspective on a situation and reach a sense of satisfaction and aliveness in your relationships and life."
"I thoroughly enjoy supporting children, teens, and parents and individuals reach their full sense of joy and success. I assist the person access their inner wisdom by engaging an exploration of thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of having harmonious relationships with family, partners, friends, and others. My therapeutic style is calm, yet dynamically engaged, which is particularly helpful for individuals with anxiety and depression. I have extensive training in Somatic practices, Guided Imagery, and Mindfulness combined with evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and exposure therapy."
"I thoroughly enjoy supporting children, teens, and parents and individuals reach their full sense of joy and success. I assist the person access their inner wisdom by engaging an exploration of thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of having harmonious relationships with family, partners, friends, and others. My therapeutic style is calm, yet dynamically engaged, which is particularly helpful for individuals with anxiety and depression. I have extensive training in Somatic practices, Guided Imagery, and Mindfulness combined with evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and exposure therapy."
"I have over 25 years experience assisting people make significant changes in their life and learn strategies to lessen symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar and other disorders."
"I have over 25 years experience assisting people make significant changes in their life and learn strategies to lessen symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar and other disorders."
"Are you finding that your relationships are not working so well? It can be your relationship to yourself (just not feeling good about your self), your relationship to work (such as difficulties with co-workers or a boss), or your relationships with your family and/ or partner or friends. I believe that we are always striving to move towards personal growth and health. Our work is to remove these blocks with compassion and understanding so that you can achieve the changes that you want to make. My style is an interactive,individualized one with warmth, support, insight and humor."
"Are you finding that your relationships are not working so well? It can be your relationship to yourself (just not feeling good about your self), your relationship to work (such as difficulties with co-workers or a boss), or your relationships with your family and/ or partner or friends. I believe that we are always striving to move towards personal growth and health. Our work is to remove these blocks with compassion and understanding so that you can achieve the changes that you want to make. My style is an interactive,individualized one with warmth, support, insight and humor."
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