Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
You may be suffering the pain and trauma of discovering your partner is in an affair; you have tried therapy before and felt it didn't help; you feel hopeless and don't know what to do. In my career I have had over 600 hours of training on these very specialized issues so my approach is intensive therapy whether it is a weekly session or my intensive crisis retreats with one couple at a time. C...
Employment responsibilities have consisted of group therapy, individual therapy, couple therapy, assessments, supervision, treatment planning, and crisis management. I look forward to working with you. I have experience working in the counseling field through in-patient psychiatric services and out-patient services. I have primarily focused on working with individuals with substance use disorde...
You're here because you're ready for something to be different. If you think of yourself as a people pleaser, are extra hard on yourself, or often don’t feel quite right after successfully avoiding conflict, you’re probably familiar with symptoms of anxiety or depression. Right now you have more questions than answers. "Why are things harder for me than they are for other people? How do I start...
**Currently not accepting new clients**The therapeutic relationship is the most significant contribution to successful therapy & a key component in the change process. I ensure a collaborative environment exists where individual strengths are recognized and used as the foundation to enhance overall well-being. I believe in a judgement free environment and ensure each client is seen, heard, and...
I have worked with many adolescents, young adults, families and couples desiring to have a better self esteem, coping skills, communication skills, parenting skills, and a trustworthy relationship with others. Many of them are fighting the battle of anxiety, depression, difficult life changes, parenting, victimization, suicidal thoughts, and PTSD. They desire a place of peace, to heal, change, ...
As a clinician I have over 20yrs. of experience serving adults, couples, families and adolescents in the Greater Sacramento Area. Practice provides culturally diverse psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, families and couples. Serving clients experiencing depression, trauma, grief and loss; as well as life coaching. Specializing in empowerment & solution-focused treatment. I've...
Life is hard. And for most of us, it's gotten even harder with COVID-19 and the events of 2020. I work with people who would like to invest in a supportive environment where they can be seen, heard, and supported through life's toughest challenges. I work to provide a safe place to explore these hardships and struggles and then to find new ways to navigate the tough stuff. Whether you experienc...
I am a graduate of the Adler School of Professional Psychology where I received my Masters in Counseling Psychology and Art Therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a registered Art Therapist. My Masters training and post graduate experience includes clinical work in trauma, suicidal ideation, and grief, working with adolescents and adults on medical psychiatric floors at Rush Medica...
It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Paying more attention to the present, your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you can improve your mental well-being. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approac...
Sometimes we can feel like we are struggling in life, not fulfilling our purpose, or are unhappy with current circumstances. Through our counseling journey, I will walk alongside of you to find what's impeding your happiness, gratification, purpose, and well-being. We will determine what is interfering with your goals and establish a practical strategy to attaining them. In a welcoming and...
You’re right to believe that life is challenging and painful; however, it should also be abundant in moments of beauty, peace, light, and deep joy. If the best parts of being alive have felt out of reach lately, I’m here to help you rediscover them. I was called to this work because I believe that everyone deserves to experience life to the fullest extent. After all, navigating our ups and down...
Offering virtual/tele-health, and in-office sessions for new and existing clients. I have a passion for helping couples and individuals through their journey of personal growth. Effective therapy requires that each person be acknowledged with dignity and respect. I believe each person is complex and unique in their own right. With the right therapist, facing emotional challenges in difficult...
While not accepting new clients for ind./fam. therapy, I am accepting referrals for upcoming parenting group. I provide Attachment Based Parent/Family Counseling which reduces family conflict and increases cooperation, mutual respect and closeness, using a non- judgmental directive approach. My model offers effective user friendly parenting strategies for parents of "difficult to reach" childre...
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety and low self-esteem, despite logic telling you that everything is “fine”? Life transitions come with "growing pains." When we experience big changes (e.g. birth, loss, ending/beginning relationships, work or school transitions, moves, etc.), life can feel chaotic and overwhelming, leaving you feeling unsteady. If you are a tween, teen or adult...
Stress, crisis, life changes and uncertainty happen to everyone. There are times when our lives may become overwhelming. It is my goal to partner with you to collaboratively work through the issues that you are facing in your life. I strive to provide a comforting, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can come to have someone listen and help you to navigate through these issues. It is thro...
