Licensed Psychoanalyst, Ed.D. (CA Medical Board License #RP 227)
My approach to therapy as a Jungian analyst is to listen deeply to discover the unique person that you are and the problems you are facing. In a safe, caring, and supportive setting we will utilize dream analysis, journaling, and other creative work to help guide you back to the wisdom within.
I have been working with couples in therapy for over 30 years. I have written a book, "It's a Bedroom, not a Boardroom," on process communication rather than competitive styles of communicating. I often work with couples who own businesses together and are outcome driven. I work to improve their communication and compassion in the relationship. I work with couples who are facing resentments and betrayals as well as with couples who wish to improve their communication skills and develop compassion for each other.
In my work, both parties are taught how to communicate more safely and effectively during therapy through in office practice and coaching. Couples can learn how to handle the inevitable triggers that occur and hopefully how to channel the intense pain to join together in creating a more lasting, fulfilling, loving relationship for both partners.
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Perhaps you are about to get married, or perhaps you are considering separating from your partner. Perhaps there was an affair, or perhaps your partner seems distracted with other aspects of life (career, games, porn). Regardless of what may bring you to couples therapy, I will be there to help your relationship. If you and your partner are struggling with communication, getting your needs met, or setting boundaries, I can be here to help guide you through this tricky process.
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage is challenging -- relationships face numerous challenges. How do you resolve conflict? How do you communicate? How can you possibly get over betrayals? How do you forgive? Is it even possible? I suggest to couples as soon as communication begins to break down, anger can't be resolved, or you feel a 'detachment' from yourself or partner -- don't wait to seek professional help. Often, denying there's a problem and waiting too long makes it more difficult to heal.
I have been a psychologist, marriage therapist and coach for many years and truly enjoy helping people find ways to overcome life challenges in their personal life, workplace, and relationships. I see myself as a teacher as well as a therapist.
I love to work with couples. I have always had a strong desire to work with them before I began practicing as a clinician. I love to see people happy and in love, and if I can assist in that process to help them rediscover each other, then that makes me happy. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which is considered to be the best couples therapy modality out there according to the research. I utilize this modality the most in my work with couples, while also borrowing elements from Gottman's Method and the Prepare/Enrich modality. My goal is to give you the most comprehensive and effective treatment possible as a couple.
I have over 20 years of experience with assisting individuals develop healthy relationships skills, improve communication skills, and with providing couples and marriage counseling as well as pre-marital counseling.
I have hosted a 13 episode national podcast of relationships, conduct pre and post marital therapy, assist with dating and uncoupling, have copy-written 3 books on relationships.