LMFT, 20 years of experience
I have been a practicing Marriage and Family Therapist since 2001. In 2005, I was trained by Postpartum Support International (PSI), and have specialized in the treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders since that time. I served as PSI’s Orange County Coordinator, offering support and connecting women to community resources, from 2005-2017. In addition to my work in private practice, I taught LMFT students at the undergraduate and graduate level for 10 years, and became certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in 2015. In 2017 I helped develop Hoag Hospital’s Maternal Mental Health program, where I served as Lead Therapist. I was trained by the Beck Institute in 2018 in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders.
Building rapport, obtaining history and outlining treatment process.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness Techniques
I am able to meet the client 'where they're at'; and I believe in the importance of continual feedback from the client so that I can make sure we are on course with methods utilized in sessions. Ensuring that the client's needs are met is of primary importance. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach.