"My philosophy is that every person has the potential to meet their goals and live a fulfilling life. It is my goal to help people strengthen their relationships with themselves and others, increase natural strengths and improve reactions to stress and challenge. The person most suited to my practice is one who is ready to commit to engaging in the work necessary for greater self-awareness and change."

"I look at mental health from an integrative perspective. My hope is that you leave our sessions feeling assured that I see you for the whole person that you are. I strive to provide a safe space to meet your individual needs, whether you are seeking therapy to explore your identity and/or to reduce suffering related to specific symptoms. Together, we will create a treatment plan that prioritizes your own goals while also integrating my own experience and expertise. "

"I have been a therapist in private practice in Houston for thirty-five years. We all have areas of need for growth in order to find peace, joy and love. Therapy is a tool in the service of symptom removal, alleviation of pain, personal growth and basic character change. Together, we could work in partnership in your quest to find a good life, a life you love to live."

"I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I entered this profession because I enjoy helping people. Anxiety, depression, and unstable mood are among the most common issues people bring to counseling with me. I like helping people learn about ALL scientifically validated approaches available to them. Many experience brighter and more stable mood, better sleep, and a greater sense of inner peace. I also like helping clients achieve their personal and career goals. I have over 20 years experience working with adults, families, and children. I genuinely enjoy assisting my clients, and I especially love working with kids."

"Initiating therapy can be difficult. Even the first phone call can be very anxiety provoking. My goal is to help you discover changes that can lead to a better understanding of your life. Psychotherapy is a process that involves finding the real truth within one's self. With a compassionate approach we will be able to help understand the conscious and unconscious factors that are keeping you from enjoying healthy relationships, love, work, family and other life related experiences. I believe in being empathetic as well as mindful of clients during sessions so that you are able to achieve the goals that you want."

"I am very understanding and allow clients to work at their own pace in resolving their problems quickly and give them the tools to face future challenges. I enjoy clients who want to work and change. I have more than 30 years of experience in what works with people to get them going again to resolve life's trouble spots or help someone who has had trouble their entire life, and everyone in between. It is HARD to take the first step of getting help but a skillful experienced psychologist CAN help, so write me or call."

"Taking the opportunity to obtain greater awareness and insight into your behavior, emotions and relationships can lead to a life with less stress, more joy, and a richer connection with yourself and others. My clients come to therapy looking forward to a more fulfilling and happier life. We work together toward these goals. I have a general clinical practice utilizing in-person treatment and phone/Skype options which benefits the traveling professional, stay-at-home Moms and other busy clients. It is an honor to witness the growth and success I see in my clients."

"Change is the only constant part of life. We might as well embrace it and move forward. What if we made it a point everyday to own our choices beginning with how we treat ourselves and how we choose to treat others. And more importantly, what would happen if we choose to learn something new from our decisions. What if our failures were actually an awakening and an opportunity to redefine happiness. Let's find the right conversation to lead you in your quest to make the necessary changes you need to enjoy life and reconnect with those who mean the most."

"Our team has more than 92 years combined experience working with life's hardships. We'll know how to help you! Beyond depression, anxiety and relationships, we are experts in: recovery from suicide loss, clergy sexual abuse, internet romance scams, love addiction, substance abuse, anger management and psychological assessment."

"Are you feeling down, overwhelmed or stuck in life? Are you having difficulty managing stress or ...or do you find yourself not satisfied with life? If so, I would like to help you through these roadblocks! I am passionate about assisting individuals with obtaining their personal goals by improving their insight and helping to identify solutions for current problems. Other areas in which I specialize in include include depression, break up, divorce, work-life balance and self-esteem improvement."

"Therapy is a partnership that grows in an atmosphere of safety and acceptance. It allows one to rediscover the parts of selves which may have been disowned; to learn new skills to handle grief and distress; to build healthier, more nurturing relationships; and to gain access to one's own direct experience of the world. I nurture this collaboration with clients and recognize that within each of us there exists a deeper wisdom that, given adequate support, naturally moves toward healing and integration."

"TODAY IS THE DAY YOUR SPOUSE DISCOVERED your pornography stash, payments made to massage parlors and prostitutes. Perhaps your MANAGER DISCOVERED you were VIEWING PORNOGRAPHY AT WORK or engaged in INAPPROPRIATE SEXUAL BEHAVIOR WITH CO-WORKERS. YOUR JOB MAY NOW BE AT RISK. Your life is in CRISIS. You may also be experiencing SUICIDAL THOUGHTS or have PANIC ATTACKS THAT YOUR WORLD IS COMING TO AN END. I can assure you YOUR WORLD IS NOT COMING TO AN END BUT YOU HAVE TO TAKE ACTION!"

"I am a trained couples therapist and work with conflict, poor communication, emotional disconnection, infidelity, ambivalence about staying or leaving and most commonly, resentment. It is easy to get derailed and end up hurting, rather than caring for your partner. Through assessment and active guidance, I can help you find your way back to your partner and regain the closeness you crave. At the Houston Relationship Institute, we specialize in couples work. If you would like to discuss your specific situation to determine if I can help, please reach out through phone or e-mail!"

"Are you feeling as if you are experiencing an overwhelming disharmony... Emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually? You are not alone. Truth is, creating the American Dream is a challenging process of hills and valleys. We all go through experiences of discord or hardship throughout this lifetime, and it is sometimes difficult to manage alone. Because you are reading this, that means you are considering creating a new narrative to manifest the destiny you have always dreamt for yourself or your family. Investing in your future with a non-judgmental, compassionate therapist can abet the right turn into dominating your future."

"Psychotherapy can be one of the best ways to cope with emotional, psychological discomforts. A therapist office provides a safe, quite places to discuss any concerns: relationships, separation, the death of a loved one, infidelity, bereavement or work stress, issues than can lead to anger, loneliness, anxiety or depression. Dealing with emotional conflicts by one self can be overwhelming. I have over ten years of experiences working with a wide variety of clients. My expertice includes treatment of relationships issues, abandonment, sexual abuse, low self-esteem, depression, adjustment, grief and loss. During our sessions we will work together through your concerns to reach therapeutic answers."

"Do you feel overwhelmed by having more questions than answers? Do you feel you don't know where to start? It's hard to navigate difficult life situations on your own. Stress and difficult emotions can leave you blindsided. I offer assistance by helping you find solutions that work for you. Often we don't see our actual strengths and opportunities for growth. My passion and mission is to help improve lives. I provide a warm, culturally sensitive, supportive therapeutic environment, to help you recognize your strengths and grow through personal difficulties."

"Are you experiencing grief from the death of a loved one, relationship loss, pregnancy loss, pet loss or any other loss? I am passionate about helping grievers because I myself have experienced a life-changing loss in my life. From my personal grief, I have gained the desire to help grievers by offering coping skills, education and understanding. I welcome the opportunity to being part of your grief journey with an open heart. "

"Are you often misunderstood when expressing yourself in relationships? Do you often not express yourself because you "know" how the other person will respond? Do you find yourself defending what you say rather than having your thoughts, feelings accepted and built upon by others? Many relationships experience tension and conflict when attempting to solve the simplest of problems. Individuals respond to what they have understood from others based on faulty belief systems, prior experiences, and inaccurate perceptions. I help individuals and couples to become more aware of these issues and thereby minimize confusion and conflict leading to more functional communication."

"Are you feeling unhappy with your life and wishing things would change for the better? Maybe your marriage or love relationship is in trouble and you are repeating the same old patterns - trust issues, anger or feeling distant. Or the source of worry could be problems in the family. Life itself can give you a big roadblock like a deep loss or a career challenge. Have you gotten to the point where the things you have tried haven't helped enough? And talking to even trusted friends has limits. You don't have to be trapped by worry and discouragement. You can have healthier relationships and a happier life."

"** Accepting New Clients ** With 27 years of clinical experience, I work to help clients build on their existing strengths and resources, and develop new coping skills, as they manage the challenges and transitions that define our lives. These challenges may be depression or anxiety, trauma history, relationship conflict, family/parent-child conflict, family of origin issues, health issues, caregiver stress, a loved one with a mental illness; these transitions often include marriage, divorce, job loss, aging parents, grief/loss, illness, blended families, adolescence, or graduation/career change."