You help everyone else, but who helps you? Anger, stress, conflict keeping you stuck? As you rise in your profession, you might find fewer people you trust, fewer available mentors to help you deal with the increase in responsibility and stress. And your friends and family may not really understand your challenges. For 30+ years, I've been helping professionals, and families understand the "why" of their struggles and the "what next" strategies that can work right now! If your important conversations become angry debates (when all your really wanted was to get your point across- to be heard), if anger, conflict, and stress are hurting you professionally and personally, let's talk about how I can help. I know that asking for help might feel like the hardest thing you've ever done. I also know that taking that risk could help you feel much better. If you're unsure about starting or returning to therapy, let's talk - then you decide! You only need to make that first call. Please visit my website for more detailed information about me and about my practice. Or - email or call me to schedule an appointment or to set up a complementary phone consultation. I look forward to talking with you soon.

I am trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). I help people who have experienced trauma heal from what happened and grow from it, too. I love working with teens, adults, parents, and couples. Our therapeutic relationship is the most important thing to me, and I work hard to create a space where clients can learn to trust. I am a Licensed Marriage and (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)) in California. I have also worked with individuals who need support as they move through life changes and transitions.

Would you like to take control of your life? If your goal is to resolve a conflicted relationship, recover from an eating disorder or lose weight, heal hurts from the past, reduce the stress in your life or create more peace and happiness, then I would like to help. My approach to psychotherapy is based on the belief that you, the client, are the best authority on yourself. With my training and experience, together we can collaboratively develop goals and objectives along with a treatment plan that is just right for you, and that will help you to achieve those goals and objectives as quickly and effectively as possible. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I am a Certified EMDR Therapist. EMDR is a form of therapy that is like having an extra "tool in the toolbox". It is significantly useful and helpful for most clients, and often can cut the total length of therapy time in half. For more about this exciting treatment, please see my website or give me a call and we can talk about it.

Overwhelmed with life? Feeling sad or nervous all the time? Dealing with loss & grief? Frustrated by having the same relationship problem occur over & over? Want your power back? Sometimes life events can throw us into a tailspin, & other times it may seem like nothing at all has occurred but life isn't what it should be. Regardless of how you got there, therapy can be the place to figure it out, get unstuck, & move forward towards a better life. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents on the everyday issues that get in the way of feeling well...sometimes, small changes & insights make all the difference!

As an associate marriage and family therapist, my work centers on helping individuals and couples navigate the complex terrain of intimacy, loss, and renewal. I believe therapy is not just about symptom relief, but about understanding the deeper stories that shape our emotional lives — the patterns, inherited narratives, and inner conflicts that influence how we love, connect, and heal. My style is direct yet deeply compassionate, creating a space where honesty and empathy work hand in hand. I help clients uncover the truth beneath their struggles while feeling supported, seen, and safely challenged toward growth and healing. I specialize in working with those impacted by sex addiction and betrayal, guiding both individuals and couples through the painful process of rebuilding trust and rediscovering connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending depth psychology with evidence-based methods to honor each client’s unique story and pace of healing. I also support young women in exploring identity, self-worth, and relationship patterns, as well as individuals navigating significant life transitions such as divorce, retirement, or the empty-nest stage. In addition, I work with grief and loss, helping clients make sense of what feels unbearable and find meaning in the space between what was and what is becoming. These seasons of change often bring questions of belonging and purpose, and I see therapy as a place to explore those thresholds with curiosity and care. At the heart of my work is the belief that crisis can be a powerful catalyst for transformation. Whether you are facing betrayal, grief, or a loss of direction, my intention is to help you move from crisis toward clarity, rebuild connection with yourself and others, and rediscover the deeper sense of meaning that makes life feel whole again. My style is direct yet deeply compassionate, creating a space where honesty and empathy work hand in hand. I help clients uncover the truth beneath their struggles while feeling supported, seen, and safely challenged toward growth and healing. I specialize in working with those impacted by sex addiction and betrayal, guiding both individuals and couples through the painful process of rebuilding trust and rediscovering connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending depth psychology with evidence-based methods to honor each client’s unique story and pace of healing. I also support young women in exploring identity, self-worth, and relationship patterns, as well as individuals navigating significant life transitions such as divorce, retirement, or the empty-nest stage. In addition, I work with grief and loss, helping clients make sense of what feels unbearable and find meaning in the space between what was and what is becoming. These seasons of change often bring questions of belonging and purpose, and I see therapy as a place to explore those thresholds with curiosity and care. At the heart of my work is the belief that crisis can be a powerful catalyst for transformation. Whether you are facing betrayal, grief, or a loss of direction, my intention is to help you move from crisis toward clarity, rebuild connection with yourself and others, and rediscover the deeper sense of meaning that makes life feel whole again.

People considering therapy sometimes worry if the therapist will be supportive, open to what they're saying, or right for their needs. I offer an initial 30-minute consultation so we can explore whether I'm the right fit for you. We'll get to know one another and see if we're a good match. Even better, it won't cost you anything! At times I am active and questioning to help you explore the behaviors that stop you from achieving your goals. In other cases I am quiet, working to assimilate information to devise a better picture of our goals for our work together. Either way, our relationship is collaborative in nature, and I always have your best interests at heart.

It is not the easiest thing to ask for help and start therapy. I understand the challenges, hopes, and fears clients face in the process of seeking therapy. My goal is to create a safe atmosphere and trust that will allow my clients to look at underlying issues. I am empathic and use direct feedback. I use interpersonal, psychodynamic, cognitive and strength base therapy. I do believe that the relationship tends to be more important than "technique" and focus on where the client is and what his or her particular needs and goals are. While I work with both women and men from many walks of life, my specialties include men's issues, fatherhood, sports psychology, working with executives, and diversity training. I also co-lead an amazing men's group. A must for all men. I like to do many things that enhance my therapy skills including, writing, and present locally and nationally. I co-edited a book titled, Counseling Fathers, and write and speak in many venues, locally and nationally.

Have you been feeling stress, doubt, and worries in your relationships and work? You may have been suffering for a long time and have tried to find relief not getting the results you want. You may be hesitant to seek help or doubt there is a way to feel better. Through my years of experience I have seen countless clients move through suffering to having more hope for the future, a more fulfilling life, and feeling joy in their relationships. Working together as a team, we find new ways of thinking and you will see yourself in a different light.

Today life can be chaotic. We have all become overwhelmed, confused, and unsure about how to handle situations in life - responsibilities, schedules, family, work, and personal time are all vying for our attention. The way we view ourselves is often a complex mixture of our own ideas and those others have of us. For instance, we may have unwittingly incorporated the ideas others have of us without even realizing it. This can be seen in our thoughts and behaviors about who we are and where we stand; these underlying assumptions that we hold influence our self-esteem and self-confidence. For example, we might be afraid of applying ourselves in certain situations, because we don't believe we "have what it takes." We might be applying automatic ways of thinking to our life's issues that haven’t worked for us in a very long time. By redefining our thoughts and our behaviors, we grow in our ability to trust ourselves. We can then reduce our need for validation from others and begin to empower ourselves to live the life that we have always wanted. When your coping skills are no longer working for you, when you’re carrying around a heavy burden of pain or stress, therapy can be a conduit to you finding a better solution to the issues that you face. My approach is to help you help yourself through questions, examination, gentle guidance, and mindful exercises and homework.

Deciding to enter psychotherapy is one of the most compassionate choices you can make for yourself. In fact, it can represent an essential turning point in your life. However, it can also sometimes feel uncomfortable to talk to someone you don't know well. That's why I provide a caring, safe environment where I will listen to you carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues with which you are struggling--both in terms of how they affect your life now and in terms of how they became issues for you in the first place. I work with adults and adolescents who are struggling with a wide range of concerns, including relationship difficulties, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, loss, low self-esteem, and many more. When you enter my office, we will talk together about what you are having difficulty with and where you are feeling stuck. I strongly believe that therapy should be an interactive process, where we work together as a team. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Yale University and my master's degree in clinical social work from New York University. My theoretical approach is eclectic, but grounded in a psychodynamic approach to therapy, which means that we will work to establish benefits that not only help you right now, but can also stand the test of time. I look forward to hearing from you!

My 35 years' experience as a licensed professional and my doctoral education combine to result in top-drawer services and positive results. I offer compassionate and focused therapy services for individuals, couples, families, tweens and teens. I am a results-oriented therapist who has worked with clients from all walks of life. I have specialized skills in treating disorders of childhood and adolescence as well as mood disorders. I get very good and generally rapid results using imagery and biofeedback in the treatment of anxiety. I am highly experienced and skilled in family and marital therapy. My toolkit includes memorable and easy to use communication tweaks which usually result in rapid control of communication problems which seem to underly so many interpersonal problems. I am very effective with behavioral techniques with children and adults. I have a long history of tight collaboration with psychiatrists and physicians in service of providing a more comprehensive form of treatment for those who take medications and or have medical disorders.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or the sense that you should be doing better than you are? You may be successful in some areas of your life yet still feel stuck, disconnected, frustrated, or unsure of what needs to change. Perhaps your relationship has become distant, your confidence has taken a hit, or anger, fear, shame, or self-doubt are getting in the way of the life and relationships you want. I work with individuals and couples, with a particular focus on helping men navigate the challenges that are often difficult to talk about openly. Men may struggle with relationship and intimacy issues, anger, anxiety, depression, confidence, career pressure, fatherhood, life transitions, or the expectation to always appear strong and have everything figured out. Therapy can provide a place to better understand these patterns without judgment and develop healthier ways of responding to yourself and the people who matter most. My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on helping you create meaningful change. Together, we work to understand what may be keeping you stuck, strengthen communication and emotional awareness, and close the gap between where you are and where you want to be. The goal is not simply to feel better in the moment, but to build greater confidence, connection, resilience, and a stronger sense of direction. I provide psychotherapy for individuals and couples in West Los Angeles, specializing in men’s issues, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, couples counseling, communication, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, career concerns, self-esteem, and anger management. I also facilitate a men’s process group focused on connection, accountability, relationships, personal growth, and navigating the unique pressures men face today. Reaching out for therapy can be a significant first step. I invite you to explore my profile and website to learn more about my approach. If you’re considering therapy or simply have questions about whether we might be a good fit, I welcome you to reach out.