I am interactive and practical. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques to help my clients effectively address personal life challenges. I draw from attachment theory, mindfulness training, trauma recovery and Jungian theory, to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
After completing my Masters Degree at the California Institute of Integral Studies in 1992, I moved to England where I worked as a group therapist for The Women's Therapy Center in London. In 1996 I returned to Sonoma County where I received additional training and experience in EMDR, attachment-based therapy, sand play therapy, mindfulness, trauma recovery, and group therapy.
Advanced Training and Qualifications:
Completed S.P.A.C.E. Supportive Parenting For Anxious Childhood Emotions. Trained by Eli Lebowitz: The Yale Child Study Center 2020
Qualified EMDR Practitioner, Trained By Francine Shapiro 2000
Supervision:
Clinical Supervisor, Integral Counseling Psychology Program at California Institute of
Integral Studies, 2015 to 2019
Clinical Supervisor at Community and Family Service Agency of Santa Rosa, 2012-2014
Volunteer/Pro Bono:
Therapist for A Home Within: A non-profit agency providing long-term therapy to foster
and adopted children on a pro-bono basis. 2005-2016
Board of directors: Children's Workshop Preschool; a non-profit,
Board of directors: Children's Workshop Preschool; a non-profit,
parent co-operative preschool, 2000 to 2016
Licenses:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA LMFT #42115, 2005-present
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Utah LMFT# 12032336-3902, 2020-present
Education:
California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, MA, Clinical Psychology:
Emphasis in Drama Therapy, 1992
Professional Membership:
Member: CAMFT since 1998
Member RECAMFT since 2000
Member EMDRIA since 2015
