Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- Child
- Adolescent/Teen
- Group
About My Clients
My ideal client (individual, couple or family) understand that asking for help is a strength. They understand we all struggle at times, and that real growth is possible when we learn from these experiences. Or, they might have tried therapy before and it didn’t work out. If this sounds familiar to you, you are not alone. It is important that you find someone with whom you (all of you) feel comfortable and trust has the knowledge and expertise to help you efficiently move toward your goals.
My Background and Approach
I have worked in a number of settings with adolescents to seniors. This gives me a breadth of knowledge about the strengths and challenges of various ages. I approach all of my clients with empathy, acceptance, mutual respect, and genuine interest. I utilize research-based approaches to help guide our work while honoring that you are the expert(s) about your life. I understand that the problems in our lives don’t just affect us in isolation, and I strive to improve the lives of each person involved. I have specialized education and experience in working with couples and families. I have also received additional training in dealing with grief (including complicated grief), parenting, and blended family issues including co-parenting. I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work with couples of all levels of commitment and sexual orientations
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I am a Unitarian Universalist and believe firmly in the worth and dignity of all people - regardless of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. I have worked in a domestic violence and homeless shelters and as a rape crisis counselor. I have worked with clients struggling with poverty and those striving to live up to expectations placed on them by their social class. Most of all, I truly believe that I can, and do, learn from every person with whom I work, and that I am blessed to have a career that I not only enjoy but also provides me with an opportunity to meet so many strong and courageous individuals, families and couples.