Welcome to my website! There are many therapists in Santa Rosa and I appreciate you taking the time to learn about me. I pride myself in being authentic and direct with non-judgmental compassion. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy. Not because of any underlying flaws, but because life can be extremely difficult and can unexpectedly leave us feeling unprepared and unsure of how to continue.
I'm not going to just tell you what you want to hear. Therapy requires vulnerability and can be hard work but the result is worth it! I often provide clients with skills to try outside of therapy. With 168 hours in the week, I only ask that you participate in the hour we spend together and encourage you to attempt the skills in "real" life.
The most important factor in effective therapy is the relationship. Contact me to find out if we would be a good fit to work together!
Associations
- International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation
Education and Training
- Bachelor's in Psychology from Arizona State University
- Master of Social Work from Simmons University
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Levels I and II
- Personality Disorders Certificate
- Extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Advanced training in Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Experience
- 5+ years in forensic social work at large, inpatient psychiatric hospital
- 2+ years in forensic mental health for county jail
- 2 years in county crisis treatment for behavioral health
- Presenter for Trauma-Informed Care
- Child advocate volunteer
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