Alcohol Use Therapists in Lake County, CA

A labyrinth enthusiast since 1999, I incorporate the powerful healing metaphor of the labyrinth journey in my work with clients. Honoring inner wisdom and intuitive guidance, I accompany individuals on the path to remembering and integrating the Truth — deepening and enriching their lives and relationships. I assist clients seeking to initiate healthy changes and to release barriers that have been limiting them enjoyment of life.

I have been working with individual adults, adolescents, families and couples for nearly 30 yrs. I have worked in every level of mental health care and have been teaching clinical Psychology courses at the graduate level for 10 yrs. as well. I am an eclectic therapist that draws from a wide range of theories, whichever one or combination would be most helpful in the resolution of the issues at hand.

CONFUSED? WORRIED? Fighting at home? Or just can't decide what to do next? I can help you quickly focus and get back on track. We'll look for the next step that you can take TODAY to feel more in control. Then, we'll focus on the BIG PICTURE. What do you love about your life? What do you want to change? What have you always wanted to do? Together, we'll identify your best strengths that will build your confidence, strengthen your relationships and finally find peace of mind.

Does it ever feel as if something in life is preventing you from reaching your true potential? Do you struggle with family, work or social relationships? Maybe there is a certain behavior or pattern of thinking that you really would like to change, but are not sure how to do so? In today's world there are a number of stressors which could be difficult for you, family or friends. Therapy can be one way to improve some of these circumstances.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and former hospice grief counselor. I am founder of The Way Through - Grief and Loss Services, in Sebastopol, CA. I offer a multi-dimensional approach to clients facing grief and loss life situations. If you or someone you know is having difficulty with a divorce, separation, death or dying of loved one, or loss of life situation we can help you find The Way Through. Services include crisis intervention, biopsychosocial assessment, grief counseling, EMDR treatment, PTSD treatment, support groups and couples counseling. We also work with loss through drug and alcohol addiction and recovery, providing support and community resources.

In my 25 years of psychotherapy practice for individuals, couples, and families, I have helped people identify, explore and heal the issues that have kept them from accomplishing what they want with their lives. My experience has shown that moving beyond right/wrong thinking, judgments and emotional reactivity can greatly facilitate growth and freedom. Paying attention to the sensations and feeling in our bodies and relaxing through deep breathing can create insights to quickly reveal one's essential issues. Over the last ten years I have spent considerable time doing couples therapy.

I have worked with children, youth, and adults for many years in multiple environments. I work collaboratively with the person to help them meet their needs and goals. What is it you would like to achieve? Overcome? Process? Using evidence based practices, I will help you work through trauma, conflict/loss of family, substance use, depression and anxiety.

If you are ready to talk to someone who will not judge you about what's really happening in your life, I am ready to listen and walk with you on this journey. I'm a mental health provider with extensive experience in helping adults with achieving their ultimate self. My specialization is in addiction treatment, trauma, mood disorders, enhancing performance, sex-work allied, and the LGBTQ+ populations. I use evidence-based approaches along with your personal and unique needs.

I have extensive experience working with Military families. I have worked with Military and Veterans on assignments on the Military base. I have also worked with foster children in foster homes and have worked in correctional facilities. I took extensive training to help couples stay together when one feels like leaving. There is great success in couples staying together after having counseling with my expertise. My education and professional background in both the mind and the body gives me an unique and effective approach to counseling.

When you feel stuck; upset over a recent difficulty; or shaken by trauma whether it be a car accident, wildfire, pandemic or a divorce...you need to talk and get support, and you need real clinical help and healing. My therapy approach covers both the present time problems you face, and quickly sorts out any historical patterns that may be driving your behavior in ways that are no longer working. I have specific training in EMDR trauma therapy which resolves both large (like abuse and accidents) and small traumas ("mini traumas" that happen in every day life). Anxiety, panic, depression can all be moved through with therapy.