About
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with 40 years of experience in the fields of addiction, domestic violence, and medical social work. In my years of experience, I've worked almost exclusively with adults individually and in groups who had difficulties managing their lives due to substance abuse and the concomitant mental health issues of depression and anxiety. I also facilitated groups of male and female substance abusers and perpetrators of domestic violence. In our groups, we focused on CBT lessons and exercises involving role play, modeling, and demonstrations. Clients were given homework to continue their learning and practice on their own between sessions. As a social worker working in public and private agencies, I worked with clients experiencing relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, and day to day life problems. I strongly uphold the Social Workers Code of Ethics that includes, respecting the dignity and worth of a person and exercising compassion and a non-judgmental approach with each individual. I endorse and utilize multiple therapeutic techniques that include the following: psychodynamic techniques, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, person-centered techniques, and solution focused techniques. I am sensitive and respectful in using techniques that are agreed upon by the client and suitable to meet each individual's needs. I look forward to the opportunity to assist you in working through challenges that will help promote and maintain a better, happier and more peaceful life. My style is loving, compassionate and direct. If you just want someone to listen and not give you suggestions on how to improve your life, then I am not the right therapist for you! I actively participate in each and every session.
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Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor
Gender
Female
Ethnicity
White
Client Focus
- Adults
- Elders (65+)
Therapy Specialties
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Depression
- Grief
- LGBTQ Issues
- Life Coaching
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Treatment Orientation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person Centered/Rogerian
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Modality
- Group
- Individuals
Insurance
- Cigna
- UnitedHealthcare Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare
Education
- University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
Years in Practice
30 years
Languages
- English
Faith
- Jewish
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy
- Code: 1041C0700X
- Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification: Social Worker
- Specialization: Clinical
Credentials
- Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licenses
Name | License Number | State |
---|---|---|
LCSW | LCS8291 Verify | CA |
Practice Locations
524 W Commonwealth Ave
Suite K
Fullerton, CA 92832-1753
Phone Number: (714) 680-0241