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I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in Art Therapy. I graduated with an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy with a minor in Art Therapy -from Loyola Marymount University. I have been a working professional in the field for 18 years and use a variety of EBP modalities to heal patients. Including but not limited to art therapy, CBT, DBT, Seeking Safety, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, Family Systems, and CBT-E for eating disorders.
My approach
Life can bring many unexpected challenges including grief and loss. Others are dealing with childhood trauma and/or adult trauma that impacts their current relationships. Sometimes we try to cope with these challenges on our own or deny that they have even occurred. It can be helpful to have someone guide us through these personal challenges with empathy, support, kindness, and wisdom. The therapy I provide is supportive, and affirming, and facilitates healing, through compassionate care. I use an eclectic combination of therapeutic techniques including attachment-based therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, family systems, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic modalities coupled with expressive arts therapy. I tailor the treatment to meet your needs, personality, and experiences. Oftentimes it helps just to have a good listener to acknowledge your pain and teach coping strategies, and emotional regulation to help find meaning in your life experiences. Developing new tools helps individuals to engage in healthier, balanced, and happier lives. If you are seeking support, I will actively work with you to help you reach your goals.
My focus
I have experience working with adolescents, families, couples, and individuals. I have successfully treated people with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Addiction.
My communication style
I use an open, kind, honest, and direct. compassionate and affirming communication style that facilitates healing.
My journey to mental healthcare
I have a brother who is a veteran with mental health issues. Seeing how misunderstood mental health issues can be helped to facilitate my entry into this field.
My goals for you
I work actively with the individuals to identify their goals to enhance their overall well-being and functioning.
My first session with you
A warm welcome for the courage to begin their healing process. I will discuss the person's challenges and strengths to help develop their treatment plan and complete the initial assessment.
