About

Hello, and welcome to my virtual office.

A seasoned, California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, having earned a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Services and Corrections, I'm trained in many counseling modalities, In general, I use an eclectic approach to tailor my therapy to your individual needs.

That said, many of my clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to be helpful. There is a strong connection between our thoughts and the feelings and behaviors they produce. I help clients identify the patterned, automatic thoughts that may have led them to where they are today and develop intentional ways of thinking and behaving that are more likely to lead to the outcomes they desire.

Research has shown that the best therapeutic results are gained form a client/therapist relationship based on trust, respect, honest communication and a willingness on the client's part to explore alternative ways of thinking and behaving. I tend to view the relationship between client and therapist as similar to that of a captain of a ship (you) and a hired navigator (me). As captain, you determine where you want to go and, as navigator, I do my best to help you get there. Sometimes, we don't exactly know our desired destination, we just know we aren't there yet. That's okay, too. Exploration can take place until clarity is achieved. What's important right now is that you've taken the first step toward moving in a new direction. That takes courage.

Blessed to live in a small community on the central coast of California, I enjoy my family, counseling work, creative writing, gardening in a moderate climate, and exploring the abundant natural beauty of the area.

I would be pleased and honored to join with you to define your goals and explore a path to achieve them.