It can be overwhelming to begin the process of therapy and takes courage to make that first contact. OFFERING VIDEO SESSIONS BECAUSE OF COVID 19. As your therapist I will engage you in becoming comfortable exploring your inner self and learning where do you get stuck and what increases your satisfaction in life. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will develop a plan that addresses your issues. You will learn to look in the mirror and not the magnifying glass to improve both your self image and relationships with others. You will also learn how to set boundaries; this reduces anger and increases self esteem.

I welcome individuals experiencing depression and anxiety who want to work from a strengths based perspective. Using compassion and mindfulness practice, and a feminist multi-cultural lens, I encourage people to work in a focused and positive way in order to find authenticity. In the past several years I have worked extensively with gay, lesbian and transgender people and am open, affirming and inclusive. In my experience, everyone has a creative spark that nourishes positivity and engagement.

I specialize in child, adolescent, family, and adult therapy and assessments. My team of highly experienced clinicians and I provide evidence-based therapy, state-of-the art testing, in-school/in-home services, medical and psychiatric services, equine assisted psychotherapy, neurofeedback, and nutritional consults. With over 20 years of experience, we offer multiple treatment options to reduce symptoms, cope with stressors, resolve conflicts, and restore your daily life to health and wellness. We strive to provide exceptional and holistic collaborative care to educate, support, and empower individuals and families.

Aloha! Thank you for considering me to work alongside with you in your journey towards self-discovery and positive well-being. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Hawaii and in California. I received a Master of Arts degree in Psychology (Marriage and Family Therapy Emphasis) from Pepperdine University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Hawaii School of Professional Psychology. My training and clinical experience covers a wide age range from infants/toddlers to adults and includes cognitive and neural developmental research, pediatric neuropsychology, school psychology, clinical psychology, and health psychology.

I provide psychological treatment and services to address the difficulties associated with a variety of challenges and transitions. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client and I aim to create an atmosphere where people feel comfortable discussing and exploring their life. I view therapy as a collaboration and partnership between the client and myself. I provide support and guidance to help you identify areas of your life that need improvement or change and help you to set goals and create an action plan that will allow you to grow, shift, and live the life you want for yourself.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Therapist w/ 10 years of experience treating Children/Teens, Adults, Couples & Families in a variety of milieus including Private Practice, Rady Children’s OP, Rady's Urgent Care Clinic, UCSD Center for Eating Disorders, Bellevue Hospital OP & The NY State Psychiatric Institute. I specialize in Mood Disorders, Body Image, Self-Esteem, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Eating Disorders, School Advocacy & Trauma. I tailor my approach to each patient & work from a systems perspective. Due to my creative background in professional Musical Theater, I utilize creative therapies in tandem w/traditional modalities

I have a unique ability to connect with people. Sometimes there are people that have a hard time clarifying what their thoughts and feelings are. They get confused. They hear voices in their head. They think people are making fun of them because they are born different. It can be really hard for Their own families to help. I help their families achieve common ground . Teenagers know I am real even if I tell them things they don’t want to hear. I have assisted many young adults make the difficult transition to adulthood. Older adults know that I want to hear about their life and assist them with the challenges of getting old.

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I am a good fit if you are looking for a highly-experienced, collaborative, pragmatic, and solution-oriented therapist. I am experienced working with men and women dealing with a wide-range of issues. My early training in psychodynamic psychotherapy gives me a rich perspective to draw on. I am mostly a cognitive behavioral therapist, informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, with a heavy emphasis on acceptance, mindfulness, and self-compassion. I recently published "Just This Moment: A Guide for Moms who want to enjoy Parenting, Raise Great Kids, and THRIVE!" available on Amazon.

Life is like a book - some chapters are more emotional than others while others are more challenging to get through. Different life events or situations can cause shorter or longer chapters. And for working professionals, it seems like the everyday routine is one long overwhelming book. The need to manage so much responsibility, family, relationships, finances, professional and personal goals, and possible parenting can often be overwhelming.

ONLINE THERAPY: You want to understand more about yourself and the struggles interfering with having the life you desire. You are feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety, looking for guidance to provide relief. You're tired of managing this on your own, or with support that hasn't been quite the right fit for your needs. My goal is to help you understand and manage your anxiety, stress, insomnia, sleep anxiety, relationship stress, mood changes (or all of these), so that you can thrive. You are here because you are ready! Let's discuss your goals so we can take proactive steps together towards positive change.

Tengo el compromiso de ofrecer un lugar donde, a través de la relación terapéutica y un alto nivel de confianza, los pacientes puedan identificar sus retos personales y lograr sus objetivos. Mi intención es ayudarlos a tener un mayor conocimiento personal y redescubrir su fortalezas internas con el objetivo de ir de un lugar de dolor y/o miedo a tener una vida llena de satisfacciones.

Stepping into your truth can be frightening, mixed with feelings of doubt which may cause you to retreat and stay quiet. There is no right way to uncover emotions that may be blocking you from living a fulfilled life. Everyone has stories to tell, unique, inspiring, challenging and sometimes devastating. The shocking thing is that many people walk through life without ever sharing these life events and so often with trauma, the guilt and shame can stop you from telling anyone.

Life is full of difficult choices and complicated circumstances but it is meant to be active, happy and full. Many people find themselves living a life of quiet desperation instead of the life they want. This can be because of genetic vulnerabilities, a childhood that was not sensitive to what you needed in specific developmental stages, or choices that have not supported you. Instead of trying harder at the same old solutions, I help you to shift your level of functioning and satisfaction. Research supports rewiring the neural networks in our brain to bring real and lasting change. I provide a warm, safe place to change.

In my 30+ years of experience, I have tried to create a non-judgmental environment of openness and collaboration with my clients. I have found that most people are looking for understanding, clarification and a path to hope and healing.

No one comes to therapy because they want their lives to stay exactly the same. I believe that therapy is about transformation. I enjoy working with individuals who are looking to evolve and grow, to understand themselves and their motivations so that they can make lasting changes. Whether you feel motivated to do so now right now or are hoping to find that motivation, therapy can help.

At The Retreat Counseling Center, we provide therapy, counseling, and coaching services to Orange County's busy professionals and their families. Chances are, since you've landed on this webpage, some things in your life may not be working well. Maybe you're on the edge of a divorce? Or maybe your job is in jeopardy. Or maybe you just feel a bit lost with what you feel you're supposed to do next in life. And maybe because of reasons such as this and more, you're feeling more anxious and less happy than before. This is tough stuff, but we're glad you've landed here. We want to help.

The decision to begin therapy is often difficult. Having the right therapist will make all the difference. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents. If you are experiencing frustration or loneliness in your relationships or feeling more irritable and depressed in your life, therapy can help. It is helpful to gain a professional perspective and find solutions you may not have otherwise known were there. My personal style is warm and interactive. I use humor when appropriate to help you feel comfortable and create a caring space, without judgment. If you want someone to talk to please call me for a free 20 minute phone consultation, or write me an e-mail.

Asking someone for help takes a lot of courage. It is incredibly difficult when you are feeling sad, stressed, and nervous. You may be experiencing many sleepless nights as a result. I assure you that you are not alone in feeling this way and I am here to support you and work with you to make you feel better. In my healing sessions, I bring a strength-based approach to help you feel confident about yourself. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help you identify your individual needs and resolve your issues. I would work with you in a humanistic manner, by viewing you as a whole individual instead of a “diagnosis.”