Therapist Profile

My Approach to Helping

When the passion of your relationship plateaus, what’s next? When your relationship reaches milestones such as the birth or departure of children, are you struggling with the adjustment? How strong is the foundation of your friendship? Do you feel that your partner understands you in essential ways? Many couples imagine that conflict indicates relationship trouble–especially when certain issues repeatedly surface with no forward movement. Research proves this need not be the case. Conflict in relationship is normal; it’s how you manage conflict that matters. There are clear and learnable skills that will deepen your friendship and love.

I am passionate about helping couples navigate challenging relationship territory that is difficult and painful. Whether struggling with conflict, communication difficulties, infidelity or loss of sexual interest, I can help. My approach is informed by the latest researched methods aimed at helping improve relationship dynamics while strengthening your emotional bond.

More Info About My Practice

I specialize in couples therapy and typically see couples for 80 minute sessions weekly. I have two office locations; I am in San Rafael on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday mornings and in the Financial District in San Francisco on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I am a provider for Anthem Blue Cross and am happy to provide a monthly super bill for clients who are not members of the Anthem Blue Cross network.