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An ideal client is one that is asking for help. When a client is willing to ask for help, there can be breakthroughs in their personal life. Each client brings their need in one shape or form because communication varies and so does the way it's communicated.

Welcome, and I sincerely appreciate your courage to seek support. Do you find difficulty in dealing with a particular relationship at this time? Maybe it seems like the sadness, distress, or anger we deal with feels overwhelming. The good news is, there is no better time than now to mend, restore our relationships and work through our hurt. I hope to journey with you to make strides toward healing and connection with those important relationships in your life, while working toward better emotional health.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the states of California and Missouri. I served for over 17 years in assisting individual adults and couples from various phases of their lives to gain clarity, perspective, and resolution. My integrative therapeutic approaches using solution-focus, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT, systemic, client-centered, and acceptance & commitment interventions helped my clients create healthier life choices for a positive present and future. With an open heart, mind, and soul, I will support you into the next stages of your life.

Everyone experiences times in their life when they feel at the end of their rope. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to seek support, whether it be for yourself or for your child. You are experiencing anxiety, depression, isolation, feeling stuck, or struggling to find a different path. Your child is struggling with emotional outbursts, aggression, defiance, or behavioral challenges. These difficulties have caused relational problems, impairment at home or at work, and seem like a never ending battle. Our goal at Safe to Heal is to help you find a way to a healthier and more fulfilling life.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice for over 27 years. I have fulfilled licensing and educational requirements in two states. My training is with adults across the life span and couples. Previous experience includes university counseling centers and hospital medical consult. It is within our early experiences that we learn trust, acceptance and a sense of self. Each individual learns a unique attachment style based on these early relationships, loves and losses. Therapy provides a safe environment to change patterns, heal our past and present struggles while increasing personal insight, trust and resiliency.

Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.

Welcome. It takes tremendous courage to seek professional help. Life is full of hills and valleys. When you feel stuck and alone in deep and dark valley, it is important that you know you don't have to be alone. It is time for you to reconnect with yourself and your loved ones, and restore and strengthen your identity and meaning of your life. I provide you with safety, empathy and understanding. I utilize the evidence based Emotionally Focused Therapy(EFT), Internal Family System(IFS), EMDR and Brainspotting with couples, individuals and families for relationship distress recovery, anxiety, depression, addictions and traumas.

If you have difficulties in your relationship, now is the time to restore and to heal it. Whether it is your spouse, partner, friend, adult child, or parent, make the first step toward closeness, understanding, and connection. Join me as we will journey together from frustration, isolation, and despair to love, care, and safety utilizing the evidence-based Emotionally Focused Therapy process for relationship distress recovery. Don't spend another day wondering if your relationship can be better. Yes, it can! You can be happier, feel safe, and connected to the person you love.

Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.

Sometimes life gives us the unexpected. When it does, we are often scrambling to survive. Lots of us either ignore our pain or blame ourselves for what happened. I am here to tell you that it’s not your fault. When life throws us into the arena, we get dragged in the dirt, scuff up our knees, and exhaust every ounce of ourselves to survive. None of us do it perfectly. I want to remind you that you have survived and are making the brave choice to seek therapy. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or events in your life that have overwhelmed you, I would be honored to walk alongside you to uncover new paths of healing.

As you take one of the most difficult steps in your pursuit of relief, I offer you my encouragement & support. To thrive, we must face the discomfort of the challenges that are causing us pain & distress. The desire to make changes, yet not knowing how, or where to begin is overwhelming. That’s exactly what therapy can help you with. Together, we will process emotional experiences with a new understanding, while repairing wounds from the past and the present. These include relational issues with yourself + others, insecurities, feeling stuck, difficulty letting go of relationships and resisting change.

Having a compatible therapist is like having the right gear for your journey. Your journey could look like rigorous hike, a brisk walk, or running a marathon. Everyone’s journey looks different and may be changing throughout different seasons of life. The path could be bumpy and sometimes you may even feel lost in the wilderness. The gear that you’re equipped with should help you navigate the journey enjoyably and safely so that you can not only get to your destination but also have peace and joy along the way. I hope to equip you with the right gear for your life journey so that you can explore and learn your potential.

I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.

Are you struggling with anxiety and trauma and turning towards unhealthy coping mechanisms in an attempt to manage your emotions? Now is a trying time for almost everyone, and if you have a trauma background what's coming up in the current environment may be reminiscent of the stress, isolation, and fear induced by early childhood experiences. You don't have to handle this alone, and with clinically tested techniques to regulate the mind and body, it's possible to shift from a place of disempowerment to strength.

Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.

What brings you here today? - Stress, anxiety, guilt, loss, or relationship struggles? Anger, hurt, depression, self-identity or self-worth issues? Or maybe you’ve noticed being “triggered” by people or situations, or have trouble letting go of painful events from the past. Perhaps you’re aware of negative patterns, i.e. different partner, job, or location, but still the same issues. Over time, any of these issues can begin to wear you down, affecting you and your relationships with others, including family, friends and loved ones. We are all in need of support at some time. I am here to listen, care, and give you that support.

Sometimes “unfinished business” from the past can cause great challenges in one’s life. You could struggle with anxiety, sadness, irritability, hurt, loss, or anger. This, so often, feels heavy and overshadows a person’s daily functioning. You could also notice negative patterns or behaviors in your relationships. Taking the time to look at what contributes to the challenges can cause a positive change in your life, so that you can function without difficulty, be more at peace, and feel more joy.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or hopeless, or just needed someone to listen? Coming alongside others to help them find HOPE, or the ability to Hold On with Patient Expectation that a better tomorrow is possible, is a passion of mine. It is an honor and privilege to be chosen as your therapist and a relationship I value and protect.I approach therapy as a collaboration, with you as the expert of your life. Together, we will determine what your goals are and how to get there. I work from a strength-based integrative approach using various techniques and modalities including EMDR.