Hello. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Masters of Science in psychology from California State University, Stanislaus. I have worked with people across the spectrum of life, from parents with newborns, children, teens, adults , and the elderly. It is my hope to help people improve their relationships, whether it is with themselves, the family or the community that they belong in.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In a first session, we are likely to talk through what brought you into therapy and what options are available to your treatment. You will experience professional service and a non-judgemental attitude. I hope that you will walk away a general sense of hope and a plan for treatment, but at a minimum you can expect that there is a kind space for you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with people from such diverse backgrounds over the past decade, I have learned to describe both symptoms and tools of recovery with clear language. Discussing problems and situations clearly and without judgement opens up healing and possibility.
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is the most influential therapy for me and my patients. I have used ACT to implement a Bullying Prevention Program, traveled to Ireland to train, and am a part of a community of Contextual Behavior Scientists. This evidence based practice promotes flexibility in thinking and behavioral responses, while helping people grow in valued directions.
Adlerian
Adlerian therapy begins with the idea that all problems are interpersonal problems. Bold claim, but empowering! I use this therapy for folks that want to change goals, solve interpersonal problems, and don't want to view life from a lens of diagnosis or trauma.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) has the largest base of evidence of any treatment. CBT works for most conditions and has clear steps. I have been using the Unified Protocol for Emotional Disorders for the past several years with success. My clients find that while there is structure in CBT, it is also deeply personal and respectful of people's culture.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I was trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy through Marsha Linehan's company and have been a part of a DBT Team for several years. DBT is a highly adaptive treatment with interventions that work. DBT helps to improve 5 areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness and behavior management. The treatment depends on the skill deficits or goals of my client but can range from one specific area to the whole kitchen sink.
Experiential Therapy
I often tell people that I don't do "talk therapy." This is a little tongue in check because of course talking happens. However, real change and growth comes by doing. The doing that occurs in therapy sessions can heal old wounds, increase contact with the present moment, or prepare you for future events. The experiences range from finding insight, relaxing, self expression, forgiveness, and communicating in meaningful ways (including talking, lol). These experiences are done with clear explanations, safety, and consent. Many of the practices in experiential therapy impact the nervous system directly - relaxation, activation, and/or integration.