The therapeutic partners I work with span sexual orientation, gender identity, and ethnicity. Many navigate anxiety, depression and trauma, while others seek to explore hurts, habits, and hang ups that minimize their ability to thrive. There are still others that navigate childhood wounds that cripple their functional adult selves. I also partner with persons from diverse faith communities that have experienced spiritual abuse and religious trauma, and desire to work with someone who is both a spiritual leader and clinician and does not shy away from spirituality as a protective factor.

Sometimes it can be helpful to talk through issues with someone giving you their undivided attention. It can also be helpful to explore other forms of creative expression when talking isn't enough. I offer these avenues for growth to my clients. Clients I work with often discuss issues that they are having in relationships, stress related to school or work, feelings of depression and anxiety, and unhealthy coping skills such as alcohol or drug abuse.

Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 15 years of experience. I have worked in a variety of settings, from Outpatient mental health clinics to private practice, non-for-profit organizations and Hospitals both in Spain and in the U.S.A. I am specialized in mood disorders, adaptation issues, cultural and identity issues. I work mostly with adults, couples as well as teenagers and their families. I help my clients to face, solve, or adapt to the situations that are causing them to struggle being respectful of their origins and background.

Bring it on! I offer uniquely tailored psychotherapy & sex therapy. Please talk about everything & anything, particularly topics that other therapists don't understand or won't hear. I'm said to have a large capacity for care, compassion, & candor while also being a straight-talker. I synthesize depth psychotherapy, sex therapy, coaching, counseling, and more. Sexual diversity, erotic pleasure, and relational intimacy are areas in which I thrive. We'll forge a deep therapeutic alliance and find, confront, address, and overcome the obstacles keeping you from being the very best version of yourself possible.

With nearly 15 years working with individuals with eating disorders and providing leadership to eating disorder treatment programs, I have witnessed many recovery stories and believe full recovery from eating disorders and mental health issues is possible for each person. I support individuals to find freedom from their eating disorder or past trauma and reconnect with their authentic self. Using a client-centered and collaborative approach, I will work with you to identify and strengthen the resources within that make healing and recovery possible.

I frequently meet with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating their understanding and management of emotions, including anxiety and depression. I also work with couples and families seeking to resolve problems in their units.

Psychotherapy -Adults all ages I have over 35 years of experience working with people of all ages, sharing pieces of their lives and struggles, The essence of therapy is the personal encounter between the client and therapist. I see the therapeutic encounter as an opportunity for clients to explore their experiences, learn about themselves,how to cope in a safe place with a compassionate therapist who tries to understand them,to help them make sense of their life struggles.

Do you need help tapping into your strengths and achieving your goals? Then I am here to support you. I provide counseling to clients who suffer from chronic stress and/or illness. Areas I can provide support in include: building resilience and managing stress; improving brain health; prioritizing needs and goals; as well as resolving depression and anxiety.

Are you seeking to make positive changes in your life but are not sure where to begin? Then know you are not alone and that you have come to the right place. Seeking treatment can be challenging but also incredibly rewarding when provided with a safe space to explore what is most important to you, what worries you, what might make you sad or feel out of control, as well as what your hopes and dreams are for your life. We will collaboratively develop goals for our work together and strive towards achieving those by exploring your current situation, your background, and your history of relationships and experiences.

My focus is to work together so you gain emotional insight and freedom to create a more satisfying present and future. Together we will identify your needs, explore choices, welcome insights and develop skills that can provide resilience and activate self agency. We collaborate to develop a process of self-inquiry that will be available to you beyond our work together.

As a clinical psychologist, I work collaboratively with clients who are seeking to become “unstuck,” to meet new challenges, and to navigate relationships and emotions. My goal is to develop a nuanced understanding and appreciation of my clients' values, needs, and struggles. Together, we clarify obstacles, evaluate coping strategies, identify personal goals, and develop the skills necessary for a path forward. My approach is non-judgmental, warm, and active.

In my practice I work with clients of all backgrounds and age groups; and I have a specialty in adolescence and young adulthood. I enjoy supporting clients as they navigate growing up and becoming adults in this complex world. My approach is grounded in Psychodynamic Theory and the belief that many of our problems are rooted in thinking patterns, behaviors, and emotional responses that we developed early in life. My work is eclectic and collaborative. I draw on many modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Treatment, Family Systems Theory and Motivational Interviewing.

There are a host reasons one may seek to begin therapy. You may be dealing with issues surrounding a relationship or family members, anxiety or depression, looking to change maladaptive patterns or shift from a negative self-image that has held you back for far too long. I work with individuals, couples, and families, to help bring clarity and understanding to the issues present, and find solutions. In working with couples, I work toward reestablishing a sense of harmony and good communication so that they may find that space in which they feel secure and confident with each other once more.

Philosophy and Practice: I offer short- and long-term psychotherapy. While working collaboratively with clients, we will determine the goals for treatment and the steps towards reaching those goals. Each person has their strengths and weakness and we will work together to access your strengths, while decreasing vulnerabilities to stress. The purpose of psychotherapy is to help people to change in ways that creates a more satisfying life. Past events often get in the way of moving forward and I help clients to let go and find resolution. An example of my work here (NYTimes article): http://nyti.ms/1mmCufP

Both the experience and expression of trauma is deeply personal. It can result from one event or long-term stress and from experiences that occur during childhood or as an adult. Somatic Experiencing can support in healing trauma as a standalone approach or as part of a holistic process that includes talk therapy or other traditional techniques.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR WEEKEND HOURS* I believe that therapy should provide a space for exploration - free of judgement, criticism, and expectations - and is most successful when built on a trusting and collaborative relationship. I firmly believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you in seeking the solutions to your unique struggles.

I help people to become more aware of their emotions and ways of thinking about concerns and problems that impact them in daily life. I believe that awareness leads to a better understanding which enhances coping skills. I am also interested in how an individual is impacted emotionally by their environment and social context. People who work with me comment on my being authentic and genuine, willing to engage and challenge as necessary.

I would like to offer my help to anyone who struggles with the current global situation. Right now many of us are struggling with increased stress and anxiety, as well as heavy emotions that might be coming up from unprocessed experiences from the past. Understanding the ways our nervous system and body handle stress and trauma can be very helpful in finding our way through the storm.

If you are feeling disconnected and unhappy in your primary relationship it is possible to get "unstuck", to rekindle the connection you once felt and to feel hopeful about your future together. The most frequent signs of distress - poor communication, distancing and withdrawing, criticizing/blaming, arguments that "go no where"' can create a cycle of despair that takes over your relationship and becomes the enemy of both of you. As an Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, I can help you recognize and change your negative cycle and create a more intimate, satisfying lasting relationship. If you are seeking individual therapy, I can help you gain greater