Hello! My name is Beth. I bring my caring and compassionate personality to each client session whether I am providing psychotherapy, family mediation, educational consultation, custody evaluations, or coaching.
Meeting weekly with clients in my office provides a sense of structure, feedback, and connection encouraging a desire for positive and effective change.
In my private practice, I am devoted to assisting children, teens, adults, parents, families, couples, & individuals navigate through life’s various challenges. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients, I provide support, guidance, coaching, and motivation channel our energy towards success in a safe place; whether you're in my office, on the phone, or using webcams on-line!
To meet the on-line therapy needs of clients who reside outside the state of California, I utilize webcam technology to provide Life & Parenting Coaching strategies within my scope of practice as a Life Coach and Parenting Coach.
I work with each client to develop a plan specific to their needs. We may focus on building self-worth through positive social interactions; embracing more effective parenting strategies; creating successful relationships; navigating through grief and loss; tackling educational & motivational concerns; exploring personal challenges & transitions; restoring family communication; and considering making behavioral changes. |
EDUCATION:
University of La Verne, La Verne, CA and Cal Poly, Pomona, CA, 2004 - 2006, Certification: CLAD, Multi-Cultural Education.
University of La Verne, La Verne, CA, 1988 - 1993, Degree - MS: Marriage & Family Therapy.
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, 1986 - 1988, Degree - MA: Education, Credential: Education, Professional Clear (K-12, self-contained).
University of La Verne, La Verne, CA, 1984 - 1986, Degree: BA, Education.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT--Trainings, Licenses, & Certifications:
Child Custody Evaluator Certification Update Training, 2010, IVAT, San Diego, CA
Gambler Addiction Training, 2010, California Problem Gambling/UCLA Gambling Studies, Riverside, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, License #MFC47086, 4/2009, BBS, CA
Child Custody Evaluator Certification Training, 2009, IVAT, San Diego, CA
Advanced Bereavement Facilitator Training, 2007, CMI, Burbank/San Diego, CA
Certified Family Mediator Training, 2006, ICM, Santa Monica, CA
Multi-Cultural Education Certification, 2006, University of La Verne, La Verne, CA
California Teaching Credential, 1988, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA |
Beth’s personality is warm, friendly, and compassionate. She has the ability to guide her clients through difficult situations with her unique style. Her engaging approach genuinely enhances her ability to face the emotional and practical elements facing each case.
Since 1988, she has been providing answers & strategies for families and individuals on their life’s journey. Beth is trained as a Psychotherapist, Life Coach & Parenting Coach, Educational Consultant, Relationship & Communications Expert, and Family Mediator, who works with children, teens, parents, families, couples, & individuals exploring life's various challenges. |