After working for the Los Angeles County Department and Children Family Services for over 30 years and becoming licensed as a clinical social worker in 1998, I finally fulfilled my long-standing desire to open a private practice in 2023. I have extensive experience working with children, families and communities and am rewarded to directly share some of what I have gained over the years by assisting others to improve their lives. Of course, along with my professional experience, my personal journey also significantly shaped and increased my skills and abilities.

I am often reminded that each of us are the experts on our own needs and, as such, I utilize an individualized, goal-oriented, holistic approach to therapy. First and foremost, I focus on developing a therapeutic relationship to help individuals achieve a corrective emotional experience, develop their positive sense of self, heal and overcome trauma. I work closely with individuals to clearly understand their story, current circumstances, and to realize their hopes and dreams.

Given my personal and professional experience, I have a strong foundation related to healthy child and family functioning, however completion of Laurel Parnell’s Attachment Focused – Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (AF-EMDR) Training truly transformed my practice and equipped me to help others overcome life’s challenges. In addition to AF-EMDR, I rely most heavily on Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and other techniques to increase coping and well-being. I take my practice and partnership with clients very seriously and sincerely strive to provide high quality services and outcomes.

It would be my honor to work with you. Please contact me for a free consultation.