I'm a psychoanalytically oriented therapist with a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals. When our avocation becomes our vocation — that is, when we make the decision to leverage our art to furnish our lives — it arouses new fears, fantasies, pressures, and possibilities. It can be a lonely en
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"I offer you over 30 years of experience in giving warm caring nonjudgmental guidance, offering direct insights into how you could improve the quality of your life. My goal is your happiness. My help is client centered. I want to empower you to be your own therapist and make great decisions. I'll show you ne
My passion and specialization is Anxiety, whether it is a result of trauma, or an inherited Anxiety Disorder such as Panic Disorder or OCD. My typical clients experience Panic Attacks, Trauma Flashbacks, Feelings of Unreality, Night Terrors, Feelings of Detachment, Flying Phobia, Fear of DeathSuicide, Losing Control, Fear of Going Insane, Fear of
Are you seeking answers to problems that feel overwhelming? Do you feel weighed down by sadness, shame, fear, or anger? Are you drifting through your career without motivation? Is your romantic relationship feeling draining and distant? Do you struggle with self-doubt and low confidence? Are your life goals slipping away, leaving you feeling stuck?
My goal is a provide a compassionate space for clients the better understand themselves, gain clarity, and develop skills for growth.
For over 15 years, I have provided individual, family, and couples counseling to clients across the lifespan. I use an integrative approach with an emphasis on multicultural theories to create a collaborative proc
I want to help you understand, heal, move on, take back your power and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While the past can not be changed, you do have control over your choices now. I don't believe in telling you what to do; I help you think through and evaluate what is best for you. Let's work together to better understand behavior p
Therapy can be a leap of faith, a hopeful search for relief from uncomfortable or unmanageable states, or a pursuit for deeper insight and meaning, sometimes both. Whether temporary, or longer term those first steps can at times be the most tentative, however quite rewarding once taken. My foundational training in the Psychodynamic, Depth and Hum
Are you having problems communicating with your partner? Are you struggling with letting go of bad habits? Are you finding it difficult to stay in the moment when you are being intimate with your partner? I have dedicated my career to helping people live the lives they want to live, and change their life to get closer to their partners. I have a te
Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. If you’ve been feeling stuck in patterns of stress, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationship dynamics, you're not alone. As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals who are struggling with emotional overwhelm, self-doubt, and challenging relational dynamics. If you feel
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Welcome! 32 years experience helping Couples in the LA area. My goal is to help you enhance & improve your relationship so that you can leave therapy & live your life. I provide Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling as well as PreMarital Counseling. As a Relationsh
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