My approach to counseling is based on the premise that empathy, trust and collaboration between client and counselor are a must for positive change to occur.  I believe that we all need a purpose and a feeling of self-worth.  It is my goal to help each client to find this within themselves.

During our sessions we will work together to find out what parts of life are a struggle and develop goals within these areas.  I use a combination of theories based on the situation and client needs. These approaches are helpful for clients for solution focused behavior therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. 

The therapies we will use focus on change, results and the future, rather than the past. Empathy, collaboration and the belief that we are all doing the best we can right now are the beginnings of a better tomorrow for my clients.

Specialties

• Marital/Premarital Counseling

• Parenting

• Anxiety

• Women’s issues

• Aging

• Adolescents

• DBT

• Gottman Trained