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When life gives you lemons ... what do you do? Whether you believe we choose our own circumstances, that there is a master plan, or that sometimes sh*t happens, you still have reactions, feelings, and decisions to make about "what next?" It is NOT YOUR FAULT you have problems stemming from your past, and it IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to create your future. If you knew HOW to do that, you would probably not be looking for a therapist! I will help you design a positive life, REGARDLESS OF YOUR HISTORY. I trust and respect your ability to make good choices and decisions, when you are able to pay attention to your inner voice, your sense of who you are at the core. I will help you discover, re-discover, or create your true self, so that problems in your life become opportunities for growth.
I sometimes conduct sessions that are not framed by the clock, working with individuals or couples until a natural stopping point. This flexible scheduling allows for resolution and re-direction in a more time-friendly manner. I help couples learn to value and appreciate the differences that have been driving them apart, and to regain the loving feelings that brought them together. I help those with a medical condition deal with the anger, depression, frustration, and other feelings that are associated with illness, and I also provide a safe place for their family members or significant others to deal with their own feelings and concerns.
My office has a calming, Zen atmosphere, a soothing and pleasant environment.
I am no longer on any insurance panels. If you wish, I provide statements for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement of a percentage of fees. |
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 Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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DEGREES
* Ph.D., 1985, University of Southern California (School of Education, Dept. of Counseling Psychology)
* M.A., 1974, California State University, Northridge (Educational Psychology, Counseling and Guidance)
* B.S., 1967, California State University, Los Angeles (Recreation / Leisure Education, Art/English Minor)
CALIFORNIA CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES
* Marriage and Family Therapist, Lic. # MFT 7729 (Issued 1976)
* Private Postsecondary Educational Institution: Instructor (Psychology; Education)
* Standard Elementary (Life)
* Specialist: Learning Handicapped (Life)
* Pupil Personnel Services (Life)
* Administrative Services (Clear)
* Community College Counselor (Life)
* Community College Instructor (Life)
Numerous post-doctoral trainings in a wide variety of topics |
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Working through my own painful losses and life experiences (including developing a chronic medical condition) combined with 30 years experience helping others, I am uniquely qualified to assist you with your life issues.
• Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology / Existential Psychotherapy from USC
• Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (since 1976)
• Trained with some of the best in the fields of relationships, emotional intelligence, neurobiology, trauma, humanistic psychology, mind/body psychotherapy, Buddhist/mindfulness meditation, and other leading edge areas
• Co-author of The Language of Emotional Intelligence (tools for relationships)
• Co-author of The Heroic Journey (Adolescent Rite of Passage Program)
• Mental Health Edito- award-winning (wrote/edited more than 60 mental health articles)
• Several teaching credentials
• Many years of experience with learners of all ages (infants to adults)
• Expert in designing interventions that meet your personal learning styles |
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Anger Management
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Anxiety and Panic
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Body Image Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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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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Eating Disorders
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Grief and Loss
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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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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Online / Teletherapy
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Relationship Issues
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Stress Management
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Trauma and PTSD
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Women's Issues
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