My goal as a therapist is to assist people on their personal journey towards peace, freedom and beginning anew. I’m devoted to supporting the courage and growth that can result from collaborative therapy. I offer a safe space and unconditional acceptance on this journey to change. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I’m a published researcher and best-selling author. Since 1991, I’ve authored pioneering books and studies about communication in relationships and alternative therapies for mental health. My work has been noted in publications all over the world. My approach to therapy was developed through my extensive education and experience, including a Bachelors in Communication, a Masters and a Ph.D. in Psychology, and a Doctorate in Naturopathy. This multi-disciplinary approach enables me to approach issues from a truly holistic perspective, helping the people I care for to feel better faster and appreciate lasting results. Many people see results in as quickly as the first session. I do everything I can to make my clients feel comfortable and welcome. My counseling style is distinguished by intuition, compassion and optimism. I provide my patients with the highest quality of confidential treatment in a serene retreat like atmosphere. Please contact me to learn more about the services I offer. I look forward to talking with you and helping in any way I can. California MFC47803, Arizona LMFT-15655, Florida MT4366

Feelings of depression, loss, chaos or anxiety can be overwhelming and can interfere with everyday life. If you have developed destructive coping skills to manage painful events or depression/anxiety it is possible to learn new ways new ways of coping and process feelings. If you or your child or adolescent has developed disordered eating patterns, a significant loss such as death of a parent, divorce or separation, or any major life change it can be important to process and express feelings of loss or distress that you may or may not have felt before. I have a special interest in working with adults, children, families and couples that are experiencing big life changes or transitions that are difficult. I also encourage family involvement with eating disordered clients. I am a Registered Art Therapist and have experience in expressive and process based therapy, Sandtray, and Play Therapy. I can also help children during a divorce and help with co-parenting.

As a mindfulness-based therapist, I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore yourself and your life experience. This is the basis for discovering your own capacity to make meaningful change and growth in your life. My practice integrates the gentle openness of Eastern wisdom with the illuminating methods of Western psychology. Mindfulness helps cultivate a compassionate presence of mind and body and supports the more active process of Self-inquiry. Self-inquiry practices are drawn from the fields of Depth Psychology, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Voice Dialogue, Meditative Inquiry, The Work of Byron Katie and somatic therapy methods such as EMDR and Hakomi. Self-inquiry reveals and releases those beliefs and feelings that are inhibiting a fuller expression of your potential and aspirations. With greater clarity comes greater capacity for change. Our meeting time will provide you with a spacious and dynamic atmosphere for self-discovery and life transformation. I am a California licensed Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience providing Individual, Group, Couples and Family Therapy. I work with clients of all ages including adolecents and children. I provide counseling and therapy for a range of presenting concerns in a comfortable, supportive and personalized atmosphere to help you attain the life changes and personal growth you are seeking. Treatment Specialties: Depression Anxiety/OCD and Stress Disorders Eating Disorders Trauma Resolution Grief Counseling Relationships Parenting Couples Counseling Family Therapy Career Assessment and Guidance Psychodiagnostic Testing ADHD Testing and Counseling Spiritual Unfolding

“I'm the product of 20 years of therapeutic practice and have attended to over 1,800 clients. I'm eclectic - I work in many modes -cognitive, behavioral, psychodynamic, existential. Each client is assessed at the beginning, middle and end of therapy. I customize my approach to my clients' symptoms, their character & their talents. I have no ideal client but I press hard to go beyond clichés and stereotypes. I look for a "healing fiction" that is practical & useful. My specialty - way beyond techniques of behavioral, cognitive and inter active and psychodynamic modes - I believe is that I am quick to cut to the chase with fresh insights. I believe I listen well and am direct. I work cross culturally; across gender and race. I'm a patient advocate. I team up with ancillary helpers to move clients through their issues. I have won awards for my work with Multiple Sclerosis and with older adults. I am a published writer and I nurture my clients' creativity.”

Harmony Place in Monterey is a one-of-a-kind outpatient alternative to residential care and is specifically designed as an intensive, three hours per day Outpatient Program or as a six hours per day Partial Hospitalization Program. Harmony Place offers a unique set of programs for difficult-to-treat addictive behavior. We offer comfortable and serene housing in addition to extraordinary, life-changing programming. Our treatment approaches address and relieve addictive behaviors, including intimacy problems often associated with eating disorders, chemical dependency, co-dependency, sexual and relational difficulties, and chronic relapse. Our therapies dig to the bottom of onerous issues that can continue to sabotage recovery and long-term success. We specialize in moving our clients securely out of addiction and beyond the fear of slipping back.