Therapist Profile

My Approach to Helping

I strive to create a safe environment through which we can explore the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are creating conflicts in your life. Together we will work to identify both the aspects of your life that are working for you, as well as the aspects that might benefit from deeper understanding and awareness. I believe that with a sensitive and non-judgemental therapist, you will gain the ability to explore the parts of yourself that will bring about the changes you desire and much, much, more. Clients have said that they appreciate my sense of humor, feedback and support, curiousity, and sensitivity to their unique situations.

More Info About My Practice

Before receiving her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2006, Ms. Carlson worked for several years in New York City as a modern dancer, and later as a production executive in Los Angeles. She specializes in treating substance abuse, anxiety, depression, individuals who are reluctant to change or are unsure how to begin, and relationship problems. As a parent of two, Ms. Carlson is especially devoted to working with parents on problems that can arise from the various stages of parenting. She works with individuals and couples in such areas as making the adjustment to parenthood, finding a balance between family life and personal goals, relationship stress, the challenges of raising a spirited children, and unresolved conflicts that can reappear after becoming a parent.