1689 Curran Rd.
Suite 202
Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.
Licenses/Certifications
 Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
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Bio
Specialties: Mood Disorders (e.g. depression, bipolar, irritability, suicidal feelings), Anxiety Disorders (e.g. social anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, hoarding), Trauma and Stress-related Disorders (e.g. PTSD, acute stress, life adjustment/transitional stress), Behavioral Disorders (e.g. ADHD, oppositional and defiant behaviors, impulse-control problems, behavioral misconduct at school, home or work), Neurodevelopmental Disorders (e.g. Autism spectrum, learning difficulties, communication and social difficulties), Health related Disorders (e.g. chronic pain, sleep difficulties, stress-induced tension, sexual dysfunction), Gender and Identity Issues, Substance and Alcohol over-use, Relationship Issues (e.g. marital, family of origin, child-parent, peer difficulties), Coping with an addict, Coping with loss, Self-harm, Educational or Occupational problems, Women’s issues (e.g. pregnancy issues, post-partum depression, infertility, miscarriage, sexual harassment or mistreatment), Eating Disorders (e.g. anorexia, bulimia, body image issues, over-eating) and family issues
My primary goal in therapy is to create a trusting, safe, non-judgmental environment that allows you to process and explore what is keeping you from reaching your own personal goals. I use an eclectic approach dependent uponyour presenting issues and goals to ensure I am meeting your expectations for therapy. This can include cognitive-behavioral techniques to change negative thought patterns, relaxation exercises to cope more effectively with stress, or analysis of your role in the various systems (e.g. family, work) in which you exist to determine what you can and cannot control in those systems. I have worked solely in an outpatient setting providing therapy and testing to children, adolescents, and adults for the last 5 years. I have a special interest in whole body health acknowledging that our emotional health does not exist and cannot progress without addressing physical and environmental health.
Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Addiction
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Adolescents
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Adoption
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Anger Management
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Anxiety and Panic
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Body Image Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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Children's Counseling
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Chronic Illness
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Couples
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Depression
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Divorce
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Domestic Violence
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Eating Disorders
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Educational Therapy
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EMDR
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Family Conflict
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Grief and Loss
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Group Therapy
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Herpes and STD Counseling
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Hypnotherapy
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Learning Disabilities
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Life Transitions
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Loneliness
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Marriage Counseling
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Men's Issues
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Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Online / Teletherapy
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Pet Therapy
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Play Therapy
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Premarital Counseling
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Problem Gambling
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Psychoanalysis
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Psychological Evaluation / Testing
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Psychopharmacology
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Relationship Issues
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Religious Counseling
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Stress Management
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Trauma and PTSD
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Women's Issues
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Work and Career Issues
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