Services
Private Telehealth Appointments
During Covid-19, as well as currently, all services are provided securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulation through teleconferencing. More than ever, you may be experiencing disconnect and feeling isolated which can be expected during these times. We can explore ways to mitigate those feelings and create opportunities for healing. Telehealth is safe with a secure connection, confidential and private. It also creates an ease of booking appointments to fit in your schedule and lifestyle. Book an appointment now.
Therapy
I use a variety of the many types of therapies there are depending on the person(s) and the situation. Below is an explanation of the types of therapies I prefer using:
Individual therapy can include using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy where we work on changing your thoughts in order to change your behavior. CBT looks at past childhood conflicts and trauma after receiving a detailed description of your presenting problem. Depending on why you are seeking therapy, I also would use Solution Focused Therapy which is an evidenced based type of therapy. This helps the client to work on solutions more than concerns. It often asks the “miracle question” of “If your problems were solved what would life look like?” Both of these types of therapy can help with anxiety, depression, low-self esteem and life changes.
CBT has been used effectively with persons who struggle with mental illness such as bipolar disease, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. Compassion Focused Therapy is also a therapy I use when with persons who suffer from these conditions. CFT is a relatively new method and can help clients who are feeling deep pain and low-self esteem after suffering from abuse and trauma in their childhood. Studies have found this therapy can be used in conjunction with CBT.
Relational Life Therapy is a therapy I use with couples (and families). It assists couples with developing personal accountability working towards breaking the waves of multi-generational trauma and improving intimacy and communication. Therapists who practice RLT believe all relationships experience harmony, disharmony and repair. We encourage couples to work as “a team” and help them develop relationships that are grounded and balanced. We address childhood and adult trauma and help them find their best selves and establish permanent change.
Family Systems Therapy is a therapy I use with families. This type of therapy assists members of the family discuss difficult thoughts and emotions. Then each member can understand each other’s experiences and work as a whole acquiring positive relationships within the family as a safe place.
Find Help For...
Issues Treated
Bipolar disorder | Trauma and PTSD
Psychosis due to mental illness or cannabis abuse
ADHD | Alzheimer’s | Anger management
Anxiety | Children and adolescents | Chronic pain
Depression | Divorce | Domestic violence
Dual diagnosis | Eating disorders | Family conflict Grief | Intellectual disability
Oppositional defiance | Parenting | School issues | Traumatic brain injury | Self-esteem
Racial identity | Loneliness
Mental Health
Dissociative disorders | Elderly persons disorders
Mood disorders | Personality disorders | Psychosis
Other Services
Conservatorships | Case management |
Assisting individuals in the community who suffer from schizophrenia or bipolar illness | Art therapy
Previous Speaking Engagments
I provide "How to Survive Covid and Isolation" presentations for various organizations including:
The Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce
AAUW of Sonoma
Santa Clara County
WE Bradley Electric Company
Archbishop Mitty High School- SJ Unified School
Ring Central
Santa Clara County Health Department
CERT Auxiliary of Santa Cruz
I have also done presentations for NAMI of Santa Clara County ("Ask the Therapist”) and for St Joseph’s in Los Altos, CA ("Helping Others with Severe Mental Health Problems While Protecting Yourself")
Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Channing House – “What’s Next for our Health Care Workers – the Aftermath Stage of Covid-19”
Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center –
“What’s Next for our Health Care Workers – the Aftermath Stage of Covid-19”
Interested in having me speak at your next function,
meeting or group online call?
Who I Help
I specialize in various areas of treatment. I treat adults, adolescents and seniors. Diagnosis of mental illness, PTSD, trauma and general therapy are among my services. For a complete list of services, click here.
How I Do It
Help and healing begins through conversation. In your Free Initial Consultation, we can discuss your issues and determine the best actions and therapies based on desired outcomes.
What's in It for You
You are not alone. It is always my goal that clients experience happy and fulfilling lives and that they have the knowledge and skills to function in their everyday life. What's in it for you? A happier and balanced life with the skillset to cope with life's challenges.
“I am committed to helping people who are experiencing mental disorders. It is never the person’s fault when they have been born with depression, bipolar disease, schizophrenia or the like. However, when the person denies there is a problem and refuses help they are not the only one who suffers. Everyone who loves and cares for this person suffers”.