Personal Statement

I believe they're saying something that applies to counseling in a wonderful way. In the present moment, change is possible -- sometimes in small steps, sometimes in surprising ways. Over the years, I've seen my clients gain new perspectives and find emotional and relationship healing. Whether we want to deal with anxiety, have better relationships or get "unstuck" from our problems, I believe healing and change happen through awareness, non-identification, and compassionate acceptance. I serve a wide socioeconomic and culturally diverse population from all age groups.

I've been trained in mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques that many hospitals use to manage pain and stress, and I have a mindfulness practice of many years. I am also trained in CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management).

Many clients seek therapy for anxiety, stress, sadness, or depression. A mindfulness-based cognitive approach helps clients develop new coping techniques. I've trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction used by hospitals to manage pain/stress, and I have practiced mindfulness for 25 years.