Welcome! I have been practicing psychotherapy since 1985 working with individuals, couples and families to help them increase well being, strengthen relationship bonds, and promote their lifelong development. When it comes to therapy, one size does not fit all. Effective therapy starts with a good fit and a positive, respectful relationship: I work collaboratively with clients to make sure we find the approach that is best suited to their goals.

I assist clients to understand the connection between physical and emotional health and often integrate mindful awareness practices which are helpful in reducing the effects of stress, managing emotions, promoting immune system functioning, and increasing positive states of mind, attention, and concentration.

I work with clients who want to strengthen self-esteem, reduce depression, anxiety, cope with effects of trauma or adversity, illness and loss, improve lifestyle and well being, and address career and life stage challenges.

Couples may need assistance in preparing for marriage, dealing with the birth of a child, parenting struggles, the impact of trauma or adversity, divorce, illness or mental health problems, the impact of war, or the death of loved ones. I am experienced in working with intercultural, interfaith, gay and lesbian couples and families. I focus on helping families to strengthen emotional bonds, repair ruptures, address emotional needs, and facilitate the learning of new patterns of interaction which foster positive emotional experience.

About Psychotherapy:
The benefits from psychotherapy can be many. Resolution of the difficulties that prompted the therapy, a greater sense of fulfillment, more satisfying relationships, maturity in judgment and action, and living more closely to your full potential are all possible outcomes of successful therapy. While there is general consensus in outcome research that most people are helped when matched with the right therapist, there is no guarantee that psychotherapy will lead to the desired result. Length of treatment varies, and can be short or long-term depending on your preferences and needs. Following our initial meeting(s) to determine your needs and goals, I will discuss my recommendations and methods with you and we will decide on a mutually agreeable plan for therapy. We will plan to review the progress of therapy and revise goals and methods to meet your needs. I will encourage you to ask any questions, provide feedback about your progress, and be actively involved in deciding about the therapy process and will discuss with you alternative methods. It is important for you discuss any concerns or questions about your therapy so that we can examine our work together and make changes when needed.