I am committed to building upon strengths that individuals bring, and work as a partner to promote positive choices for more satisfying relationships and an enriched quality of life. I am accepting of various backgrounds and consider multiple aspects of an individual's life in order to develop more effective solutions. I empower individuals and families so they can improve their communication, resolve conflicts, strengthen relationships, attain goals, and generally live more satisfying, productive lives. My approach facilitates change by encourageing cilents to see alternative perspectives and learning how to incorporate strategies and behavioral interventions.
More Info About My Practice
Originally from Salina, Kansas, I moved to the St. Louis area in 1981. I earned my Ph.D. in Clincial Psychology from St. Louis University in 1992. I have worked at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital, St. Anthony's Hyland Center, Alexian Brothers Hospital, St. Louis VA, and St. Louis County Family Mental Health. I have served as an instructor at Missouri Valley College.
I have been married 28 years and have one daughter, who is presently in vet school.
I am on the provider panel for most insurance and managed care companies. I also serve on several EAP panels. Please check with your insurance company or call the office for verification.
Services I Provide
Individual Therapy & Counseling
Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling
Family Therapy
Coaching
Consultation
Distance or Phone Therapy
Ages I Work With
Children
Teens
Adults
Elders
Languages I Speak
English
Groups I Work With
Survivors of Sexual, Physical, or Emotional Abuse; Depressoin or Postpartum Depression; Anxiety Disorders; Eating Disorders; Work Related Issues; Stress Management; Women's Issues; Multicultural or Interracial Issues; Gay or Lesbian Issues; Self-Injury; Infertility and Adoption Issues; Alcohol and Substance Abuse; Life Coaching; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Parenting and Family Issues
Therapy Approaches I Use
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy /REBT
Family Systems Therapy
Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Process Oriented Psychology
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Therapy
Systems Theory /Therapy
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Integration of different therapy models
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