Who I Am
I have been providing sensitive and effective psychotherapy in Humboldt County since 1997. I work with individual adults, couples, and children. I enjoy helping people lead more emotionally satisfying lives, which can mean developing closer relationships, strategies to deal with stress and painful feelings, and higher self-esteem.
What I Do
I see people with a variety of issues, including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger management and social isolation, as well as a desire for personal growth. Couples often come wanting better communication and more intimacy, and to deal with specific problems like money management or in-laws. Parents bring their children to me for many reasons. Typical concerns are a child's school performance, social problems, or behavior at home.
Many individuals who come to therapy benefit from talking about their concerns. In addition to talk therapy, I offer less verbal means of self-expression, such as sand play therapy and art, as well as play therapy for children.
My Commitment to You
No matter what the issue, it is my job to help guide people towards their intended goals. I do this in a safe and comfortable office setting. Through attuned and empathic listening, feedback, and specific techniques where appropriate, people become better able to regulate and cope with distressing thoughts and moods. They learn more about what they feel, what they need, and how to get their needs met.
