Individual Therapy
Are You Ready to Create a positive change in your life? Few things in life, if any, are as constant as change! Whether you’re trying to cope with current life changes or actively working to create the life you desire, there may be nothing so important as having an objective and highly-skilled partner to help you along the path to a better life. Helping people take control of their lives and create positive, lasting change is exactly what I do. I love doing it, and I would love helping you create that lasting change.
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Are you tired of arguing with your partner? Do you regularly feel frustrated, hurt, disappointed, or unappreciated? Does “calling it quits” feel like your only option? Would you like to learn how to repair your relationship, but aren’t sure where to start? You’re not alone.
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Parents typically seek counseling when they are worried about their child’s behavior, and nothing seems to be working, whether it be academic difficulties, defiance at home, emotional distress, or social or peer issues. Many parents wonder how they can set limits while still nurturing, loving, protecting and teaching their children. This is where I can help, and the therapy we engage in together will not only improve your child’s way of coping, but will bring to light the very important role you play in helping your child achieve the success and happiness they...
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The teen years can be an especially challenging time for both teens and parents alike. Teenagers face a variety of new situations, challenges, responsibilities and pressures, often reacting to them in a not so healthy fashion. Some of the experiences your teen must face are simply a normal part of growing up, and you are witnessing your teen assert themselves in a fight for independence. However, in the fast-paced world we are now living many issues our teens are faced with are far more complicated and, if not dealt with properly can lead to depression, eating disorders, school and peer...
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About Me
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of clinical experience and training. I earned my Masters degree in Clinical Social Work in 1989 from USC where I specialized in Mental Health, and had a sub-specialization in Children and Families.
I have had the pleasure of working with individuals, couples, families and groups ranging in age from two through adulthood. Issues I commonly help people resolve include but are not limited to coping with relationship difficulties, life and career transitions, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, depression and anxiety, parenting, learning and behavioral issues.