While drawing from a wide variety of approaches, my overarching focus is on the importance of a genuine relationship between my client and me. I believe that authenticity fosters empathy, understanding, and trust — all essential for effective therapy, no matter what issues are being addressed. With couples,

I view my role as helping to clarify issues, identify patterns, improve communication, and deepen the connection. I bring to each session a calm presence, a nonjudgmental attitude, curiosity, and a sense of humor.

Service Type

• Direct Counseling (I/C/F) in office

• "Walk and Talk" Therapy

    

Specialities 

• Relationship Issues

• Life Transitions

• Pregnancy/Postpartum Adjustment

• Parenting

• Communication Skills
   

Education

• MA in Counseling Psychology, John F. Kennedy University

• BA in Sociology, University of California, Santa Cruz
   

Approach

• Humanistic

• Existential

• Relational

• Integrative/Holistic
   

Languages

• English

   

Practice Location

• Berkeley