Why Go To Therapy
Life rarely unfolds the way we expect. At different stages, we’re often asked to grow in unexpected ways, and those moments can feel exciting, overwhelming, or painful.
If you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, weighed down by invisible wounds, or longing for something more, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and help you step into a fuller, freer version of yourself.
Real change starts with showing up just as you are.
About Me
With over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I welcome what has led you here. This is a space to explore overwhelming emotions, resolve inner conflict, and bring your full self into the room, where meaningful change can take place.
AT A GLANCE
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Ph.D.), California
- Specializing in psychodynamic, relational, and couples therapy
- Advanced Training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (ICP & PCC, Los Angeles)
- Self-pay for privacy and flexibility
- Online and in-person sessions available
My Clients
The people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware, and open to reflection. Many are navigating seasons of change — in relationships, career, or identity — and want a space to slow down and understand themselves more deeply. Some come to therapy feeling dissatisfied or stuck, despite outward success. Others are seeking relief from anxiety, burnout, or the quiet sense that something important is missing.
They’re drawn to therapy not only to feel better, but to live with greater alignment, and make choices that reflect who they truly are.
Services Offerred
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
For adults navigating personal, relational, or professional challenges who want to feel more grounded, centered, and authentic:
- NLife transitions such as career changes, parenthood, divorce
- NEmotional challenges: anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, or depression
- NUnderstanding patterns: perfectionism, self-esteem, difficulty setting boundaries
- NRelationship concerns: struggles in relationships with partners, parents, or siblings
COUPLES COUNSELING
For partners who want to improve communication, restore closeness, and deepen their connection:
- NCommunication breakdowns and recurring conflicts
- NEmotional distance, intimacy, difficulty connecting
- NRebuilding after infidelity or other breaches of trust
- NNavigating major life changes such as parenting, relocation, or career shifts
FOR OTHER THERAPISTS
Consultation, supervision, and mentoring for clinicians who want to deepen their psychodynamic and relational practice.
Support For Healing And Growth
By bringing a relational lens to therapy and working collaboratively, we will look at the deeper layers of your story – your history, patterns, and relationships – to understand how they’ve shaped who you are today. Every journey is unique because every person is unique.
Working psychodynamically allows us to take a more holistic and personalized approach so that you can receive the unique, relational support you need to heal and grow. Some of the techniques and methodologies we will draw from include the following:
- NTrauma-Informed Therapy
- NTransference-focused psychotherapy
- NHumanistic and existential therapy
- NAttachment-focused therapy
- NPsychoeducation and mindfulness
- NDepth therapy
- NPsychoanalytic Therapy
- NPsychodynamic therapy
- NRelational therapy
- NPerson-Centered (Rogerian)
- NCulturally sensitive therapy
My Approach To Therapy
In psychodynamic therapy, change happens through an active and collaborative process.
Together, we’ll look for patterns, connect the dots, and begin to see the fuller picture of your life. We will pay close attention not just to what you’re experiencing on the surface, but also to the unconscious meaning beneath those symptoms. This way of working helps illuminate what’s been hidden, so lasting change can take root.
No matter where you are on your journey, you will find a safe space here to be authentically yourself, reveal what is ordinarily concealed, and find what brings you true fulfillment.
What I Believe
Much of what shapes our experience operates below the surface of our conscious awareness.
As we explore our thoughts and emotional experiences, we discover what has been obscured from view and gain greater insight into the beliefs that perpetuate the patterns in our lives.
The value of therapy lies in experiencing a relationship that encourages honesty and self-reflection.
Safe, trust-based therapy allows us to freely express ourselves honestly – and with that freedom comes the chance to be understood in a deeper way.
Deeper self-awareness allows us to navigate life better and respond to events by conscious choice.
When we identify the beliefs that may be inhibiting our growth and fulfillment, we are better able to take a more empowered approach to our personal and professional lives and pursue deeper authenticity.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change.“
-Carl Rogers
Getting Started is Simple
Book a Discovery Call
First, please contact me to book a 15-minute complimentary discovery call.
This brief conversation will allow us to connect and explore your reasons for seeking therapy.
Schedule a Session and Complete Paperwork.
Once we schedule your first therapy appointment, you will receive simple intake forms to complete online.
Enjoy Personally-Tailored Mental Health Care.
Together, we’ll uncover what has been hidden, deepen your self-understanding, and provide relational support for the growth you long for.
As we heal, we find the freedom to choose our path and pursue what we actually want rather than what we’ve been conditioned to accept.
Curious About Working Together?
If you’d like to learn more, feel free to browse the service pages or book a consultation. I offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call so we can see if working together feels like a good fit.