Therapists in Amador County, CA

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed with your life that you don't know where to begin to sort things out? Let me assist you in finding your hidden potential and strengths to make positive changes in your life!

It is my top priority to create a space that it is safe and comfortable for my clients. I see people at some of their lowest points; they feel tired, unmotivated, hopeless that anything will change, and even unsure if therapy will work. It is my job to hold that hope for you when you don’t have it, to understand you when most others don’t, and to push you forward to a more satisfying life. We oftentimes need an objective person to bounce our thoughts and feelings off of in order to gain some perspective and heal from our pain.

Are you ready to uplevel your life? Are looking to make a positive change and invest in yourself? If so, you have come to the right place. When we surround ourselves with the right support, we can accomplish GREAT things. I create a supportive environment where you can be your authentic self and fine your purpose in life. Many clients describe my style as half life coach/half therapist.

I have 33 years of experience working with Children and their parents, as well as with Adolescents and Adults. Issues addressed range from depression and anxiety, to recovery from childhood abuse, relationship struggles and grief. I use a variety of approaches to facilitate our work together, depending on your needs. I believe that change is possible for most of us, and that there are times in life when we need the support and guidance of a mental health professional.

I specialize in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and the treatment of Eating Disorders. I have provided care at the Inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and Outpatient levels of care for the past 20 years. In addition, I co-authored a book titled, "It Was Never About the Food". In that time, I have learned the most important aspect of change is the willingness for change along with a trusting therapeutic relationship to support the desired change. Behavioral change is one of the most challenging dynamics in life and my role is to provide the roadmap and support to effectively reach the desired destination.

As a Marriage and Family therapist and previous social worker I have over 10 years experience working with individuals and families. My approach to therapy is strength based, believing that each person has the innate potential for healing and change and that the answers lie within you. I am committed to helping you indentify your hidden strengths, heal the trauma, and motivate you to move toward becoming happier and healthier. I offer counseling services utilizing cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused techniques. Please call if you think I could help.

I work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic illness, issues related to parenting, becoming an older adult, grief and loss, and issues related to being Lesbian / Gay / Bisexual / Transgendered / Questioning. I accompany clients as they identify and name their fears/pains, grieve the related losses, and live into their truest self. I will offer you support while you do your work and will provide a safe environment in which to confront your fears and practice new skills. I work with individuals, however no individuals under 15 years.

I help with spiritual issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, domestic violence and child abuse to name a few. It's hard to reach out for help. I'm here for you. I will join you in this part of your journey and help you identify and overcome the obstacles that are limiting you from having a more abundant life and reaching your goals.

Starting with the initial consultation, I begin helping my clients clarify their goals for treatment, identify any potential obstacles to achieving those goals, and together we begin creating a treatment plan for success. My style is empathic, candid, and direct. I listen intently, but I also ask questions, I explore, I provide real, authentic feedback, and I use humor…I love to laugh. Primarily, my role is to help my clients understand the meaning and the impact of their experiences and recognize patterns--even when they may not want to see them.

Life can get a little confusing at times, can't it? One minute you're thinking you're fine, then the next minute the very thing that used to give you life and enjoyment loses all meaning to you, you notice your days become very "bleh", and it feels like almost everything takes just that much more effort to do. Or maybe you're experiencing transitions in your life, and the pressure of coping with losses and keeping up appearances have become just a little too much to handle? Whatever the reason, I am glad you are reading this right now, and are considering me to be a part of your journey.

Are you an animal lover? If a four-legged co-therapist sounds good, then you will love our center. The office is located on a beautiful ranch where animals abound. You can choose to talk in the office with a dog at your feet, a cat in your lap, or just enjoy the view of the horse pasture from the window. If walking and talking is easier, we can stroll the grounds, sit by the duck pond, or pet goats in the petting zoo. Or try Equine Assisted Counseling, an effective, experiential approach to therapy. You will interact with horses who act as a mirror, allowing you to gain valuable insights and solutions. The choice is yours.

**ONLINE THERAPY AVAILABLE** Do you come from a family where one or both of your parents/caregivers were not emotionally there for you as a child, maybe they had an addiction (alcohol, drugs, work, anything else but you)? From these experiences as a child you received and downloaded messages that impact your life now as an adult. Maybe now as an adult you too suffer from an addiction, experience depression and/or anxiety or perhaps you keep finding yourself in co-dependent relationships. You want to break free from feeling lost and/or out of control, you want to be happy and feel secure in yourself and relationships.

How are you doing today? If you’re on this website looking for a therapist, odds are high that things may not be going as well as you’d like at the moment. If you’re going through a tough time of trauma, anxiety, grief, or a host of mixed emotions, maybe we can team up to sort things out and get life rolling in the direction you’d like to go. Seeking therapy can be an unsettling thing for some people, and I get that. But, if you’re here looking for someone to talk with, you’ve already taken the biggest step! (Proud of you already!) No one wakes up one morning and decides to be sad, anxious, mad, jumpy, or apathetic.

Hi there and congratulations on your choice to work on increasing your wellness! I specialize in cognitive behavioral and rational living therapies.