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Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual therapy with adult clients (25-80). With more than 10 years of licensed experience, I work with clients who struggle with ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Identity, Confidence, Relationships. I use Talk Therapy with optional Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR, CBT, and other eclectic techniques that you and I decide are right for you. My interests are: Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Feminist Theory, Male Liberation, and LGBTQIA+ Affirmation.
The first session is a get-to-know each other meeting. Please ask any questions you have about me, my education, experience, what to expect in the therapy process, the forms you filled out, or my philosophy about therapy. I’ll ask you to tell me in your own words why you decided to start therapy now, what you are looking for, and what you hope to achieve in therapy.
I have been told that I am non-judgmental, helpful, caring. What I know about me is that I am genuinely interested in hearing what is important to you. I respect and honor your agency: this is your therapy process. Having said that, I want you to know that I actively participate in your therapy work. I’ll use my training and experience to guide you in a kind, gentle way. My goal in our work together is that you learn ways to develop confidence and trust in your own perceptions, intuition, and decisions which in turn leads to healthy relationships with yourself and others.
If you want to have more clarity about who you are, understand how life experiences have and continue to show up in your life, have symptoms of anxiety or PTSD, or behaviors you’d like to change…if you are in a relationship that is not what you want it to be…this includes your relationship with yourself, let’s talk. We can work toward your having more self-worth and a meaningful life.
Trauma Informed Care
I have worked with military veterans since 2016, many of who experienced combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. I have worked with civilian clients all of my career who have experienced interpersonal and other trauma including discrimination, social marginalization, anxiety, and depression. I use a combination of Talk Therapy, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Strength-based, and Solution-focused therapies.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Living and working in Los Angeles, I have the privilege of working with a diverse group of individuals. My graduate training included the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center and The Center in Long Beach. As a Caucasian therapist, I am aware of how my physical attributes and life experiences could affect the therapeutic relationship. I invite conversation about any experiences of prejudice and discrimination you may have experienced. I have been told by BIPOC clients that I have compassion for and understand the harmful effects of discrimination and prejudice.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I have studied and experienced Mindfulness and Meditation through the UCLA MARC program and on my own for over 20 years. I use mindfulness techniques to teach clients how to become more aware of their thoughts and feelings, develop insight into their conditions, to reduce and manage symptoms. I suggest a daily 5-minute guided meditation practice using an app such as CALM. Research has shown that consistency, not how long each day a person meditates, has the biggest positive effect. For clients who need more guidance, I will demonstrate in session mindfulness techniques or use Clinical Hypnotherapy. It is always the client’s choice.
Hypnotherapy
I am trained in Clinical Hypnotherapy through the Ericksonian Foundation and use the techniques I have learned with clients who want or need to use this form of therapy for relief from anxiety and racing thoughts, somatic awareness, and developing confidence in themselves.
3 ratings with written reviews
October 23, 2025
Very great listener who asked me intuitive questions, offered steps and solutions to problems, open minded and enthusiastic to move forward with treatment. Thank you!
March 29, 2025
Linda has been very supportive and is very easy to speak with.
February 17, 2025
I was able to share my trauma from childhood, and how it has affected me today. It was a relief to get in touch with those feelings, to share them with someone who is willing to listen, and to shed tears.