What’s the most profound, insightful, or interesting thing you’ve learned as a mental health professional?
What I have learned is hear the pain our behaviors inflict on others is often a bigger hurdle to face than even our trauma. However, it is the path to true freedom and love. Once we have encountered our own shadow, the world doesn’t seem dark, and our compassion is magnetized.
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
I am more straight forward than many of my colleagues both in my personal and professional life. This can be a good fit for some people but I understand when it may be too results driven for others.
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
When I was 12 years old I had a therapist who changed my life. I wanted to be like her when I grew up.
Specialties
Loss/Grief
Borderline Personality Disorder
Addiction
Life coaching
Coping Skills
General Expertise
Relationship Issues
Medical professionals' mental health
Men's health
Narcissism
Oppositional & defiant behavior
Parenting issues
Peak performance
Performance anxiety
Fees
$175
First Session
$210
Family Therapy
$210
Couples Therapy
$175
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Family Session
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Parents
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Adolescents (13-17)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Practices
Art Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy
Coaching
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Training / Certifications
Certified in Sex Offender Treatment (CASOMB)
Certified in M-CBT (mindfulness)
Trained in EMDR
Trained in Jungian Sand Tray
Licensure
CA, LMFT, 89830
Education
Masters of Arts, Psychology, University of San Francisco
Masters of Science, Criminology, Missouri State University
Work History
I specialize in highly intelligent clients. I have worked with families, couples, and individuals for over eighteen years as an addictions treatment counselor, program director, therapist, and clinical director. I focus on creating a safe place so that you can discover your power to heal, your goals and life purpose, and how you can navigate your life in a positive way.
Location
101, San Luis Obispo, 93401, CA