Share via email
I have been a licensed psychologist in California since 2009 with a Ph.D. from American University in Washington, D.C., in 2006, where I was trained to be a clinical psychologist. I have been seeing clients in various clinical capacities since 1998. My approach to therapy is a combination of Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. This combination focuses on establishing a secure client relationship while applying validated techniques for positive therapeutic change.
My approach
My approach to psychotherapy includes establishing a strong therapeutic bond with clients (as conceptualized by Person-Centered Therapy), including validating the client's experience, being authentic with clients, and respecting them. It is also based on the theory that how we interpret/think about situations determines how we feel, which determines how we react or behave (as conceptualized by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). This approach can be applied to several mental health-related issues, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, job stress, family conflict, and relationship issues.
My focus
I enjoy working with clients from a broad range of backgrounds presenting with an array of clinical issues.
My communication style
I like being informal and relaxed with clients, making them feel comfortable and safe in therapy, thus facilitating their opening up about issues that need to be addressed but may be challenging to discuss.
My journey to mental healthcare
My desire to become a clinical psychologist is based on a long-standing interest in all things psychological, as well as a willingness to assist others in achieving relief from mental health problems through talk/discussion. I have a master's and a doctoral degree in psychology that included training in academic and clinical aspects of the field.
My goals for you
My goal as a therapist is to help clients empower themselves to become the people they can (and want) to be by collaboratively working through issues that may be preventing them from doing so. Along the way, clients will also learn to embrace vulnerabilities they may have found unacceptable.
My first session with you
First sessions involve getting to know clients, the issues they bring to treatment, and establishing initial treatment goals. Part of this process involves conducting an assessment of client's background and treatment needs.
