Anxiety Therapists in Cotati, CA

I seek to partner with individuals who have been impacted by the stressors brought on by these uncertainties. Whether you are dealing with stress related mental health challenges, acute psychiatric disorder, just want to vent, or feel heard and listened to. I am here to help.

Do you feel you are not living authentically? Do you want to find your true self so that you can be fully present in your life and meet your goals and dreams? You will learn how to connect with yourself by learning creative ways for expression, removing obstacles, facing your fears , grieving, and ultimately finding your voice. My compassionate, direct, and humorous approach will help you feel safe as well as embraced and supported.

I know how hard it can be to ask for help. This can be even more difficult when you are feeling vulnerable, depressed, anxious or stressed. Therapy is enormously helpful. My goal is to provide a safe, non judgemental environment in which to discuss your concerns and help you feel better. We will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that works for you.

Clients that I work with are looking to explore the difficult emotions that they are carrying & process events that they have experienced that are impacting their every day life. Stress, worries, & life satisfaction are often what bring clients to therapy however processing the needs not being met & how to shift our awareness to engage in life in a way forward are what I often support clients in working on. Processing trauma & past events can be a focus as this can help to change perspective, increase emotional vulnerability, explore relationships dynamics as well as increase the awareness that trauma has on the whole body.

I know sometimes life can be hard, and it is difficult to seek out help from someone. Often my clients come to me nervous or hesitant to open up, but they notice that after even meeting only one time they feel better. I do my best to make sure you feel comfortable, and that you feel like you have someone that really cares and understands what you are going through. You do not have to do go through it alone! I am here and I want to help you. You can become a happier and healthier you!

We serve individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health needs. As attachment-based therapists, we believe that a felt sense of secure connection with others is of primary importance. We offer a corrective emotional experience in which you will get to feel securely bonded and emotionally safe. Our therapists focus on the present process unfolding in each session, attuning to you with empathy & responsiveness. We will help you see your strengths, make sense of your emotional life, & feel heard and validated, so you can develop a more positive & meaningful narrative about yourself & your life. Everybody’s behavior makes sense when we take the time to understand the good, adaptive reasons we developed those behaviors in the first place. We are wired for emotional connection and even our most seemingly negative behaviors are an attempt to feel loved, safe, & connected.

I have been licensed as a Psychologist (PhD-Doctor) since 2001. I received my Master's Degree in Psychology in December of 1988 and thus have 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. In 2018, I published my first AudioBook, "Meditative Visualization; How 2 Minutes a Day Can Change Your Life," available via Amazon.com, iTunes.com, CDBaby.com, and more. I began meditating in 1998 & teaching Meditation +/-2004. My clients have asked me for years to publish my techniques on stress management, creating dynamically balanced lifestyles, problem-solving, goal setting, & creating internal resilience in our ever-changing world.

A therapist for more than 40 years, I am passionately committed to helping others learn, grow and heal. I specialize in working with clients who have PTSD. I've worked extensively with survivors of physical, emotional, sexual abuse and abandonment. I also focus on helping clients deal with the challenges of aging, illness and loss. I treat every person with respect, honesty and care. I base my approach to therapy on deep, reflective listening and the specific needs of each individual. I do everything I can to create and maintain trust.

Practice areas include: diagnostics and understanding of complex issues including mood and thought disorders, trauma, substance abuse, marital and family struggles, phase of life challenges and aging & cognitive decline. Specialty work offered for identity-based communities. Practice limited to telehealth/online sessions only.

I believe that therapy is an important opportunity in which to feel seen, heard, and validated, practice new skills for living, and deepen our insight into patterns of unhelpful thinking or doing.

You deserve to be happy and to live to your full potential. I offer a variety of cutting edge protocols that can help you achieve your goals in the most efficient way possible.

You deserve to live a life of alignment and fulfillment and to receive support as you do so. Taking the step to speak to a therapist is an act of self-honoring. Whether you are looking to explore and improve your inner world, gifts, or relationships, selecting the right therapist can be a part of the process of moving in a new direction in your life.

I specialize in high conflict divorce and anything divorce related. Whether you are needing co-parent counseling or therapy for your children, I can help. I also provide reunification counseling for children and parents that have been estranged for on reason or another. Parent Coordination (Special Master) is another specialty of mine.

Are you stuck in a cycle of tension, resentment and distrust with your business partner? Do you need help communicating effectively and moving past conflicts, leading to wasted time, money, and energy? Do you need to realign on vision, operations, or strategy? And ensure the survival of your personal and working relationships. As a therapist specializing in working with business partners and co-founders, I understand how these issues can impact your business and your life. Whether you're facing constant criticism, broken agreements, or disagreements about direction, I can help you both find solutions to collaborate and succeed.

There is nothing quite like emotional pain. We carry it with us everywhere. It messes up our life. Sometimes it makes us want to hide from other people; sometimes from ourselves. Sometimes we turn to various escapes to quiet that insistent feeling in our bodies. We look to one solution after another until we learn to mistrust every solution. And we are right. There is no one-size-fits-all answer. In fact, there isn't even a one-size-fits-all question. You are unique, and only you have the answer. My role is to help you find it.