Aetna Therapists in Corvallis, OR

Do you sometimes feel like your own mind is against you? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, existential angst, lack of motivation, or interpersonal alienation and difficulty getting your needs met? I have a whole bag of tricks that I've developed in my 15+ year career that may help; and what I've found helps most is the therapeutic relationship itself. My goal as a counselor is always to be a mental health ally, to be present and focused. To help you figure out concrete and actionable goals to help you grow more towards being the best version of yourself.

Learning how to nurture yourself, balance your life and live the life that you love, is what we will do together. My approach is active and practical. You will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative environment where we will work together to explore your strengths, so you can the live the life that you want. I work to help you understand where you are and who you want to be while creating a "life map". While we are on our therapeutic journey, we will unpack the issues that are holding you hostage in your life, process them and allow you to become free. I can assist you in how to fully live and thrive in your life.

I strive to understanding my clients and their life as a web of interrelated parts. I find that it is most beneficial to my clients when we collaborate through an open and down-to-earth relationship, using my expertise and the client's desire for change and healing. My style is accepting, nurturing and educational. My level of directness depends on what my clients prefer. I ask for feedback on a regular basis to assure that my approaches work for my clients and that we are progressing in the right direction.

Sorry I am not able to accept new clients at this time. I have been a clinician for over 40 years and offer energy psychotherapy and counseling to adults & teens for anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, medical problems, phobias, smoking cessation, stress, substance abuse, trauma resolution, allergies, and other issues. Energy psychology is a gentle approach to resolving problems. It often offers a quicker and deeper resolution than talk therapy alone can provide.

**Not accepting new clients at this time**Are you concerned about your relationship? Worried about mental health? Do you feel stuck, anxious or depressed? These concerning but common feelings require an uncommon approach. Your relationship and your mental health are closely intertwined. It's likely though, that you need someone to help coach and guide you towards improving both. We work especially well with people who are high functioning but stuck in repeating problem patterns. It's a fact that the quality of your mental health is determined by the quality of your relationships. Both you and your relationship can get better. Truly.

Currently Deployed Out of Country- Not Accepting New Patients. I received my doctorate from Yeshiva University - Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NYC with a focus on Health Psychology. I completed my two-year fellowship and residency at the Albert Ellis Institute in Manhattan where I gained expertise treating anxiety, depression and stress reduction in adults and adolescents using CBT and REBT. I received my MSCP (Masters in clinical psychopharmacology) from Alliant University and my MS in counseling psychology from Loyola University, where my area of clinical focus was in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety, and sexual health.

As of January 1, 2022, my private practice is closed to new patients. I do not anticipate a change in this status as my work has largely shifted to local employee assistance. For over 20 years, it has been my privilege and pleasure to help adults and adolescents with mood, anxiety, and trauma issues. If you have seen me in the past, you are welcome to contact me about returning to therapy. My services include individual, family, and experiential group therapy. Office convenient to Albany, Lebanon and Corvallis, Oregon. Please call or email, for more detailed information.