"If you have concerns for yourself or someone close to you, seeking my help may be just what you need. Sadness, worry, anger, confusion and self-doubt can spring from many sources. If these feelings continue long-term they rob you of energy and vitality and can impair your health. You do not need to struggle alone. Having a trusted professional with whom to collaborate can make all the difference. Working with a seasoned therapist can bring about improved clarity, peace of mind and greater happiness."

"I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Novato. I work with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing challenges related to unresolved trauma, anxiety and depression."

"I have thirty plus years of experience in child and lifespan psychology. Children grow when provided with an atmospere of acceptance and warmth within the safety of a structured environment. My primary role as a therapist is in creating these conditions. Secondly, I act as a facilitator in your conversation with yourself, your partner, or your child - helping you to discover a deeper appreciation of the problem. Understanding the systems (family of origin, community and culture) within which these issues arise is important. We will collaborate on exploring possible solutions as you discover the courage to make gradual, empowering changes."

"I am a MFT with over 32 years of experience serving both Marin and San Francisco. I work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, phase of life issues, workplace and relationship difficulties. I integrate mindfulness, self-compassion, positive psychology, and brain science within a caring, collaborative therapeutic relationship. I promote mindful self-observation, self-acceptance/compassion, flexibility in thinking, management of strong emotions, challenging old anxiety evoking situations, and examination of problematic core limiting beliefs. A primary goal of treatment is to help clients clarify their deepest values, and support them in taking meaningful action in those directions."

"Developing a deeper awareness of our emotional suffering creates an overall sense of well-being, allowing us to live an authentic life. With this deeper awareness, we begin to understand the underlying dynamics that keep us stuck. Inner work in its very essence facilitates insight, healing and transformation, connecting us to our innate wisdom. I work with adults, children and adolescents experiencing a wide range of difficulties. My collaborative, compassionate approach with parents, facilitates conscious, positive parenting to strengthen the parent-child attachment relationship. "

"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."

"At some point in our lives, we all encounter an obstacle--professionally and/or personally--that feels insurmountable. Either we have set ourselves on a trajectory that is not congruous with our core values, or we have lost the steam to persevere. My psychotherapy services will help determined individuals to practice their skills of insight and problem-solving to overcome even the most harrowing obstacles. Whether you are seeking the income that supports your family, or overcoming infidelity in your relationship--your life will undoubtedly improve when you collaborate with someone who is invested in your success. "

"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."

"Let's gather up your strengths and improve your life! Positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. It is a call for psychological science and practice to be as concerned with strength as with weakness; as interested in building the best things in life as in repairing the worst; and as concerned with making the lives of normal people fulfilling as with healing pathology. Let's discover it together and activate change!"

"We are in a global crisis...if you need help coping with the anxiety and stress this is causing you and your family, please don't hesitate to reach out to any of us, here on this site, whether it is me, or someone else. With 40 years of experience, I offer guidance in a safe and confidential environment. Together we will explore & clarify issues, developing tools through thoughtful self examination, with insights to take back into your life. I am committed to helping you, with careful and thorough listening, and gentle, yet direct feedback. We are in this together! For a faster response, text me at the above #. "

"We can meet online or on the phone! During these times, I can help with feelings and issues regarding quarantine and COVID-19. Change starts with being truly heard and understood. There are many techniques, tools and concepts that can help you - and I will share these ideas, build on your strengths, and help increase your self-awareness so that you can change your life. "

"Let’s face it, Therapy gets a bad rap. The word alone causes stares and glares from people who need help just as much as the next person. Some of my favorites exits end with; “ Oh, I don’t need that, i’m fine”, “ yeah, yeah, yeah, you do such good work, good for you, It’s so needed”, “ Therapy doesn’t work for me. It doesn’t offer me anything I don’t already know”, and the ever popular “ you should talk to my husband/wife/partner/friend/…”. But let me ask you this, How many times do you sit silently trying to find the answer to something that you won’t tell anyone about? How often do you shove down what you would like to say to "

"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 Specialist, I use horses and exotic animals as requested. "

"Most of us would like to feel closer to those we love. However, we often get stuck in patterns of relating and conflict that fall short of what we truly desire. My passion is to see people find healing and experience growth as individuals and in their personal relationships."

"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."

"I work with adolescents and young adults. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are having a particularly difficult time with major life transitions. I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, difficulties with relationships and individuals who are struggling with a particularly difficult period or event in their lives. Regardless of what i am helping a client with, my treatment begins and ends with the therapeutic relationship. My first priority in treatment is creating a safe, warm and caring environment for my client from which all other work is built on."