I work with individuals, couples, and families. My areas of expertise include couple and family therapy, depression and anxiety, conflict resolution, and spirituality and religious issues.
In addition to my work as a therapist, I speak to groups on the topics of relationship issues, conflict resolution and peacemaking, stress management, and spirituality in everyday life.
My therapeutic approach is informed by my training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and new research in neuroscience. The work I do as a couple therapist is informed by my training in the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT) developed by Dr. Stan Tatkin (see the Common Questions section for more information about PACT). I am a Level II PACT Therapist. I provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges and I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. I help people build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Education
Ph.D. and MA in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology
M. Div. from the Jesuit School of Theology, Berkeley, CA
M. Ed. from Boston College
License
California Psychologist License # PSY 11265
Additional Training
Clinical Hypnotherapy (100+ hours)
EMDR (Levels 1 and 2)
Traumatic Incident Reduction (Levels 1 and 2)
Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy -- PACT (Levels 1 and 2)
Professional Activities and Memberships
American Psychological Association
California Psychological Association