About Me
For 20 years I've been able to work toward a passion of mine which is to bring about health, healing and hope to as many people as I encounter. I have a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University and a Master's of Theology degree from Fuller Theological Seminary. My emphasis is to help adults recover from anxiety, depression, codependency, low self-esteem and past traumas, including from institutionalized religion.
My specialization is counseling individuals with a history of trauma. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy which is proven to be an effective treatment with traumatic experiences or PTSD. I also use tools from Dialectical, Cognitive Behavioral, Emotionally Focused, Attachment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches depending on what is best for each client.
Approach
I work primarily from a Psychodynamic orientation which views our past relationships and experiences as significantly impacting the person we are today. By uncovering the reason behind our coping strategies, you can consciously change your responses, actions and emotional triggers. This leads to more emotional regulation skills and improved self-awareness which leads to more successful relationships.
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Services
"Talk therapy" has been shown to help many issues. My areas of emphasis or expertise are working with folks who have had traumatic events happen in their past, victims of abuse, anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, parenting concerns, self-esteem or life transitions, spirituality concerns including religious abuse and grief including complicated grief.