If you are having problems with anxiety, depression, coping with illness or injury, or because of conflict in your primary relationship, I would be happy to help. I also work well with people who have had long-term problems, or who have found previous therapy unhelpful or of limited benefit. I see therapy as more than just advice, but getting to the root cause and understanding how physical, emotional and belief systems interact. Reducing dependence on medications, relieving emotional suffering, or restoring love and communication are among the goals we can address. I focus on anxiety (especially PTSD), depression and coping with medical problems or physical or psychological injuries for individuals, and the communication and interactions for couples (all types). I prefer to work with both partners, but much can be done if you have to come alone. I like to be a very active partner with you in therapy, and see it as my job to help you achieve progress rapidly. For couples, I have trained extensively with John Gottman and base my approach on his research. Please note that insurance rarely covers couples' therapy.
Qualifications: | University of Oregon |
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Academic Suffixes: | PhD |
Expertise: | Anger Management, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Divorce, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Parenting, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD |