About

Hello. I understand what a possibly challenging and scary prospect starting therapy may be for some. I am committed to working with individuals, couples and families during various junctures in their relationships, wherein another voice was helpful in moving the relationship along it's path. Everyone deserves and needs to be heard. At times we mis-communicate with one another, and sometimes even with ourselves. I have found this to be a core issue in many relationships that are "struggling." I meet you where you are with compassion, and active listening. I will work hard to help you understand yourselves, what you are experiencing, and perhaps how to move forward and live your best life.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma And PTSD

Treatment Orientation

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Modality

  • Couples
  • Family
  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Master's in Social Work
  • State University of New York, New Paltz, Bachelor's

Years in Practice

6 years

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Faith

  • Christian

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YA0400X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Addiction
  • Code: 106H00000X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Marriage & Family Therapist

Credentials

  • Master of Arts (MA)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMFT 112060 Verify CA

Practice Locations

3665 Kearny Villa Rd Ste 101

San Diego, CA 92123-1954

Phone Number: (858) 966-5832

Fax Number: (589) 666-7338

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