"Revitalize with creative support from depressive symptoms by learning new ways to cope with pain, illness and loss. Art therapy is a proven modality to express and heal what medication cannot. Understand your voices inside and out receiving guidance through expressive arts. Heal the stigma surrounding mental health that is toxic because it creates an environment of shame, fear and silence that prevents you from living fully."
"Revitalize with creative support from depressive symptoms by learning new ways to cope with pain, illness and loss. Art therapy is a proven modality to express and heal what medication cannot. Understand your voices inside and out receiving guidance through expressive arts. Heal the stigma surrounding mental health that is toxic because it creates an environment of shame, fear and silence that prevents you from living fully."
"Are you anxious? Troubled? Stuck? I know how difficult it is to enjoy life when you feel trapped by stressful thoughts, feelings, circumstances, relationships. I work creatively with you as you work through difficulties and find new energy and inspiration in your life. We will work together to decrease your current distress as quickly as possible, while helping you to gain deeper insight and move forward positively in your life. I'll tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, utilizing a variety of strategies such as hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), stress management, relaxation, CBT."
"Are you anxious? Troubled? Stuck? I know how difficult it is to enjoy life when you feel trapped by stressful thoughts, feelings, circumstances, relationships. I work creatively with you as you work through difficulties and find new energy and inspiration in your life. We will work together to decrease your current distress as quickly as possible, while helping you to gain deeper insight and move forward positively in your life. I'll tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, utilizing a variety of strategies such as hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), stress management, relaxation, CBT."
"In individual therapy I join with the patient to establish a relationship in which we will explore developmental relational issues that cause pain and suffering. Such issues begin as intense emotions, but they can be understood, accepted, and integrated. This process leads to healing and change. Life takes on new perspectives as the emotional self provides new information about the external and internal world that brings stability and vitality to the personality. The relationship between us deepens allowing us to explore the complex dimensions of personality that allow for growth and development unique to the individual."
"In individual therapy I join with the patient to establish a relationship in which we will explore developmental relational issues that cause pain and suffering. Such issues begin as intense emotions, but they can be understood, accepted, and integrated. This process leads to healing and change. Life takes on new perspectives as the emotional self provides new information about the external and internal world that brings stability and vitality to the personality. The relationship between us deepens allowing us to explore the complex dimensions of personality that allow for growth and development unique to the individual."
"If life events, relationships, performance, school or job stresses have brought you here, you deserve congratulations for having already done 50% of the work. Your willingness to consult and collaborate with a practiced professional means you have taken an all important first step in developing a lifelong plan toward a sense of well being and vitality. My practice combines a research degree in Developmental Psychology with PhD in Clinical Psychology to identify and disable hidden, often old, myths that have blocked or hindered my clients' access to happy, fulfilled lives at each stage of development. Together we can do it."
"If life events, relationships, performance, school or job stresses have brought you here, you deserve congratulations for having already done 50% of the work. Your willingness to consult and collaborate with a practiced professional means you have taken an all important first step in developing a lifelong plan toward a sense of well being and vitality. My practice combines a research degree in Developmental Psychology with PhD in Clinical Psychology to identify and disable hidden, often old, myths that have blocked or hindered my clients' access to happy, fulfilled lives at each stage of development. Together we can do it."
"I have a special interest in working with couples issues. I have extensive training in several attachment based couples therapy models including Stan Tatkin's Psychobiological Couples Therapy Model and in AEDP with Couples. I also do trauma focused work, both with couples and with individuals and weave EMDR and other trauma focused treatments into my work as appropriate. My general stance is one of fostering and supporting secure attachments among family members and within the therapeutic relationship."
"I have a special interest in working with couples issues. I have extensive training in several attachment based couples therapy models including Stan Tatkin's Psychobiological Couples Therapy Model and in AEDP with Couples. I also do trauma focused work, both with couples and with individuals and weave EMDR and other trauma focused treatments into my work as appropriate. My general stance is one of fostering and supporting secure attachments among family members and within the therapeutic relationship."
"Are you hoping someone else will change so that you can feel okay? Are you interacting with someone who is confusing, withdrawn, angry, has a mood/ behavioral disorder, or is emotionally unavailable? Do you have trouble asserting yourself or setting boundaries? Do you "over-function" with others? Do you feel stressed, anxious or depressed? I specialize in relationships- how you relate with others but also to yourself. I address total emotional and physical health, collaborating with other providers when appropriate. I have a compassionate, interactive approach to help you focus on changing what you can and coping with what you can't."
"Are you hoping someone else will change so that you can feel okay? Are you interacting with someone who is confusing, withdrawn, angry, has a mood/ behavioral disorder, or is emotionally unavailable? Do you have trouble asserting yourself or setting boundaries? Do you "over-function" with others? Do you feel stressed, anxious or depressed? I specialize in relationships- how you relate with others but also to yourself. I address total emotional and physical health, collaborating with other providers when appropriate. I have a compassionate, interactive approach to help you focus on changing what you can and coping with what you can't."
"I treat alcohol, drug, and eating problems, depression, dual-diagnosis, anxiety, trauma, bariatric surgery patients, and relationship issues. Adults and teenagers address how the use of substances, alcohol, drugs, food, impacts their lives in negative and unproductive ways. We seek solutions together to more satisfying lifestyles and relationships.
I work with couples and individuals having difficulties in relationships, wanting to resolve problems rather than separating or divorcing as the only solution. I work to separate past hurts from present reality. As an Equine Mental Health Specialist, I use horses and exotic farm animals for personal growth and education when requested."
"I treat alcohol, drug, and eating problems, depression, dual-diagnosis, anxiety, trauma, bariatric surgery patients, and relationship issues. Adults and teenagers address how the use of substances, alcohol, drugs, food, impacts their lives in negative and unproductive ways. We seek solutions together to more satisfying lifestyles and relationships.
I work with couples and individuals having difficulties in relationships, wanting to resolve problems rather than separating or divorcing as the only solution. I work to separate past hurts from present reality. As an Equine Mental Health Specialist, I use horses and exotic farm animals for personal growth and education when requested."
"My psychological counseling approach is an in depth, psychodynamic, very engaged therapeutic relationship that addresses the body/mind connection both verbally and somatically. It is known in medical research that we hold our feelings in our body and as stress and tension build up, we have problems and symptoms that respond to therapeutic intervention.
When our emotions go unheard, unexpressed, or even unfelt, our symptoms can worsen over time, developing our personal and interpersonal problems and often actual disease and disorders - such as pain, insomnia, muscle tensions, and indigestion."
"My psychological counseling approach is an in depth, psychodynamic, very engaged therapeutic relationship that addresses the body/mind connection both verbally and somatically. It is known in medical research that we hold our feelings in our body and as stress and tension build up, we have problems and symptoms that respond to therapeutic intervention.
When our emotions go unheard, unexpressed, or even unfelt, our symptoms can worsen over time, developing our personal and interpersonal problems and often actual disease and disorders - such as pain, insomnia, muscle tensions, and indigestion."
"I am currently accepting clients for individual psychotherapy in my Marin office. In general, my approach is solution-based and insight oriented cognitive behavioral therapy. I utilize many techniques based on these two models. My clients would say that I have an excellent way of understanidng the complex dynamics of both psychological and interpersonal issues. I have excellent rapport with parents and understand that bringing a child into therapy can be a difficult decision. Therapy may be a longer-term process, or it may be brief to solve an immediate crisis. Working together, we can be successful with both approaches."
"I am currently accepting clients for individual psychotherapy in my Marin office. In general, my approach is solution-based and insight oriented cognitive behavioral therapy. I utilize many techniques based on these two models. My clients would say that I have an excellent way of understanidng the complex dynamics of both psychological and interpersonal issues. I have excellent rapport with parents and understand that bringing a child into therapy can be a difficult decision. Therapy may be a longer-term process, or it may be brief to solve an immediate crisis. Working together, we can be successful with both approaches."
"I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in northern Novato. I work with individuals, couples and families. I treat a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks and borderline personality disorder. I have considerable experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. My approach is character analytic which often helps clients get in touch with their feelings and increases their sense of aliveness and satisfaction with life."
"I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in northern Novato. I work with individuals, couples and families. I treat a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks and borderline personality disorder. I have considerable experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. My approach is character analytic which often helps clients get in touch with their feelings and increases their sense of aliveness and satisfaction with life."
"My ideal clients want to resolve the stumbling blocks in a variety of areas. Those include facing or have a family member facing a life altering medical condition and their challenges. Many clients determine as we work together that what they need help with how they communicate - with themselves as well as with others. Clients often come to me with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and we explore avenues to overcome or adapt to those conditions. People have experienced traumas that throw them off life similar to a computer bug throwing off an operating system. People with addiction issues"
"My ideal clients want to resolve the stumbling blocks in a variety of areas. Those include facing or have a family member facing a life altering medical condition and their challenges. Many clients determine as we work together that what they need help with how they communicate - with themselves as well as with others. Clients often come to me with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and we explore avenues to overcome or adapt to those conditions. People have experienced traumas that throw them off life similar to a computer bug throwing off an operating system. People with addiction issues"
"You and your relationships are important and worth the investment of therapy. Reaching out for help can be challenging, but know that part of healthy relating is being able to reach out and trust that your needs can be met. It may be helpful to know that my Marin County office hours are Mondays and Fridays in Novato and Thursdays in San Rafael. I look forward to meeting you for a free initial consultation to see if we're a good fit!"
"You and your relationships are important and worth the investment of therapy. Reaching out for help can be challenging, but know that part of healthy relating is being able to reach out and trust that your needs can be met. It may be helpful to know that my Marin County office hours are Mondays and Fridays in Novato and Thursdays in San Rafael. I look forward to meeting you for a free initial consultation to see if we're a good fit!"
"I have a straight-forward, nurturing and supportive approach to help you understand and work-through your personal struggles. My style is informal and collaborative and respects the uniqueness of your personality, relationships and situation. I help my clients to feel valued and motivated to make desired life changes. With sensitivity and compassion, we work together to build on your strengths to help make lasting change and move toward leading a more self-aware, content and fulfilling life."
"I have a straight-forward, nurturing and supportive approach to help you understand and work-through your personal struggles. My style is informal and collaborative and respects the uniqueness of your personality, relationships and situation. I help my clients to feel valued and motivated to make desired life changes. With sensitivity and compassion, we work together to build on your strengths to help make lasting change and move toward leading a more self-aware, content and fulfilling life."
"I treat depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relational issues, family conflict, and life-transitions. Therapy is a safe place where you can identify your strengths; rework unhelpful patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior; clarify your emotional needs; and explore ways to make your relationships more fulfilling and mutually rewarding. Along the way, we will work together to find ways to manifest new skills and competencies in your daily life."
"I treat depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relational issues, family conflict, and life-transitions. Therapy is a safe place where you can identify your strengths; rework unhelpful patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior; clarify your emotional needs; and explore ways to make your relationships more fulfilling and mutually rewarding. Along the way, we will work together to find ways to manifest new skills and competencies in your daily life."
"I believe in the power of relationships to help us heal and grow. Building a solid, trusting relationship with you is the most important task as we begin the journey of therapy together. Through a strong collaborative effort, I help you to re-discover your strengths and skills in order to resist the current difficulties in your life. I am an ally, a coach, and an advocate for your well being. "
"I believe in the power of relationships to help us heal and grow. Building a solid, trusting relationship with you is the most important task as we begin the journey of therapy together. Through a strong collaborative effort, I help you to re-discover your strengths and skills in order to resist the current difficulties in your life. I am an ally, a coach, and an advocate for your well being. "
"Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Have you been working hard to make a good life for yourself and your loved ones but are left feeling overwhelmed or empty inside? Are you concerned that your child or adolescent is struggling emotionally? Is your relationship in crisis or in an unhappy, stuck place? I would like to help you understand yourself better and help you grow so you can feel better and do better in your life."
"Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression? Have you been working hard to make a good life for yourself and your loved ones but are left feeling overwhelmed or empty inside? Are you concerned that your child or adolescent is struggling emotionally? Is your relationship in crisis or in an unhappy, stuck place? I would like to help you understand yourself better and help you grow so you can feel better and do better in your life."
"I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in northern Novato. I work with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing challenges related to unresolved trauma, anxiety and depression."
"I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in northern Novato. I work with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing challenges related to unresolved trauma, anxiety and depression."
"My passion has always been to help people alleviate symptoms that interfere with their quality of life, in order to live a more fulfilling, purposeful and balanced life. To facilitate this process, I provide a warm and supportive environment with respectful and non-judgmental listening to your personal concerns. My style is active and goal-oriented, I use encouragement and offer new perspectives and tools. I help guide clients through challenging situations to discover solutions to the issues that bring them to therapy. Since each person's situation is unique, my treatment approach is individualized depending on your particular needs and goals."
"My passion has always been to help people alleviate symptoms that interfere with their quality of life, in order to live a more fulfilling, purposeful and balanced life. To facilitate this process, I provide a warm and supportive environment with respectful and non-judgmental listening to your personal concerns. My style is active and goal-oriented, I use encouragement and offer new perspectives and tools. I help guide clients through challenging situations to discover solutions to the issues that bring them to therapy. Since each person's situation is unique, my treatment approach is individualized depending on your particular needs and goals."
"Is your mother driving you crazy? Do you feel guilty for disliking her? Is she so full of herself that you feel there is no room for you? Are you struggling with the pain associated with your relationship with her? You feel terrible that you can't seem to get it right. Maybe you even blame yourself for the relationship not being what you wish it was and think you can fix it. For years I have been helping women unravel complicated and painful mother-daughter conflicts, which often involve maternal narcissism."
"Is your mother driving you crazy? Do you feel guilty for disliking her? Is she so full of herself that you feel there is no room for you? Are you struggling with the pain associated with your relationship with her? You feel terrible that you can't seem to get it right. Maybe you even blame yourself for the relationship not being what you wish it was and think you can fix it. For years I have been helping women unravel complicated and painful mother-daughter conflicts, which often involve maternal narcissism."
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