Licensed to practice in California and accepts 25 insurances. Specializes in Chronic Illness, Grief, Life Transitions and 1 more.
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Thirty years in this field has taught me one profound truth: change is incredibly uncomfortable—especially when it is forced upon us by life's heavy challenges. As a licensed clinical social worker with three decades of experience in health and mental health settings, I bring a unique blend of clinical expertise and practical, real-world strategies to our sessions. My approach is both highly empathetic and pragmatic. I don't just offer a listening ear; I partner with you to navigate the profound disruptions of chronic illness, major life transitions, and loss. Together, we will help you discover new, healthier ways of relating to yourself, to others, and to a changing world. If you are ready to face these challenges and build a meaningful, satisfying life, I am here to support you every step of the way.
The first session is a time for us to get to know each other and see how it feels to work together. Trust and connection take time to build, and this is where we start.Here is what you can expect in our first meeting: Getting to Know You: I will ask clinical questions to better understand your unique history and background. Assessing Fit: We will mutually evaluate if my specific skills and expertise are the best match for your needs. Addressing Hesitations: You will have plenty of space to ask questions and discuss any worries about the therapy process. Together, we will explore what you’re experiencing and begin sketching out a roadmap for our work. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; you are an active co-creator in this process, and we’ll work as partners to design a path toward the growth you're looking for.
Over a diverse career, I have developed the professional expertise necessary to offer a highly personalized approach to help clients manage change and loss. But theoretical knowledge is only part of the story. What guides my practice is the intentional blend of those evidence-based skills with the authentic insight and empathy of a life well-lived. This allows me to meet you where you are with deep compassion and a steady presence. Using a versatile clinical toolkit, we will address your specific life challenges and develop practical strategies that foster lasting clarity, alignment, and emotional stability.
My practice is dedicated to helping individual adults who know they deserve a more meaningful, fulfilling life, but need support navigating the chronic illness, loss , or major life changes that stands in the way of getting there. I am best able to serve clients who want to deeply understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and who are looking to refine their sense of meaning and purpose. I specialize in helping people find clarity and resolution for the very things that have kept them feeling stuck. Growth requires courage. While I will gently challenge you to see yourself and your experiences differently, I promise to always do so with absolute care, respect, and a profound appreciation for your unique history.
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Arlo
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
IHSS Healthy Workers
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Living with a chronic illness, chronic pain, or a life-altering medical diagnosis can feel deeply isolating and exhausting. Therapy is a safe, validating space to process the unique grief of losing your predictable health, navigate the stress of a changing body, and break the cycle where physical symptoms fuel emotional burnout. Using a blend of acceptance, mindfulness, and practical coping tools, we will work together to manage the daily mental toll of your condition. My goal is to help you gently pace your energy, reclaim your identity apart from your diagnosis, and find purpose and joy alongside your health challenges.
Grief therapy provides a gentle, compassionate space to honor your loss and navigate the overwhelming pain that comes with it. Grief is rarely a straight line, and there is no "right" way to feel—whether you are experiencing deep sadness, anger, confusion, or even numbness. Together, we will help you process the weight of your absence, make sense of life after a major loss, and find ways to carry your memories forward without feeling consumed by the pain. You do not have to carry this heavy burden alone.
At its core, a strength-based approach means that I believe you already possess the inner resources needed to heal and thrive. Our sessions are designed to unlock that potential. We will focus heavily on the present moment, working together to build a clearer understanding of who you are today. This process is designed to empower you to make the changes you want to see, while gently guiding you toward a life of greater self-acceptance, alignment, and fulfillment. You aren't a problem to be solved; you are a person capable of incredible evolution.