Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and 10 more.
New to Grow
Kimberly’s approach helps to achieve the right mix of physical and mental wellbeing. Through healthy lifestyle habits that promotes a balanced state of emotional, physical, and mental health. To strengthen relationships, increase confidence, satisfaction, release stress and anxiety. Kimberly has a Master of Social Work Degree from San Diego State University. Kimberly studied at State University of New York at Albany and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Women Studies. Kimberly is an experienced therapist with more than 25 years in the mental health field in various settings of residential, schools, in home, non-profits, community, hospital, and outpatient settings. Kimberly has extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including individual, adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. She is dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and supportive environment where clients can achieve their goals, overcome challenges, and experience lasting growth and recovery to enhance overall well-being. Kimberly's expertise includes working with individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Mood disturbance, those diagnosed with Bipolar disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, individuals dealing with addiction, and those impacted by violence, trauma, various forms of discrimination, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Kimberly is dedicated to client-centered care, helping clients live healthy and balanced lives. She uses evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family/Marital Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing ,and Mindfulness Practices.
n the first session, clients can expect a calm, welcoming space where they feel heard without judgment. We explore what brought them to therapy, clarify their goals, and identify the patterns or stressors affecting their daily life. Clients leave with a clearer understanding of their concerns, practical initial tools to begin stabilizing anxiety or overwhelm, and a sense of relief knowing they have a supportive partner to help them navigate what comes next.
I have learned that life will have challenges, grow from what you can and let go of what you cannot. Focus on your mind/body connection and not on the outside world's expectations.
MY ideal client is someone who wants a supportive, nonjudgmental space to understand themselves better and make meaningful life changes. They may be navigating anxiety, imbalance, relationship stress, or major life transitions. They’re open to learning practical tools—like grounding skills, journaling, habit‑building, and lifestyle adjustments—and appreciate direct, compassionate guidance. They value a therapist who listens deeply, offers clear insight, and helps them build confidence, motivation, and healthier daily routines.
CBT is evidenced based treatment method, proven to help with learning emotional regulation, learn to find and practice balanced thinking, and chose health behaviors to support wellness.
An extension of your CBT with increase emotional regulation, securing safety with self, building cope ahead plans, building interpersonal relationships, setting boundaries, and limits, learning to understand self, values and finding middle path.
Learning to be vulnerable in relationships without over use of defense mechanisms. Focus on love and connection.
Finding mind and body connection through self soothing through 5 senses, movement and temperature change. Learning to focus on the here and now.