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"For years and years I struggled just to love my life. And then the butterfly rose, weightless, in the wind."                        ~Mary Oliver

Helping Teens & Adults Thrive

 

Feeling STUCK? I'd like to help. Maybe you're struggling with an important relationship, tired of feeling stressed or depressed all the time, wondering why a past trauma keeps haunting you or why you continue to do those things that keep you from being the person you want to be. My clients are teens and adults who are seeking greater satisfaction and meaning in their lives. People see me for different reasons — healing, growth, empowerment, connection, clarity.

 

The decision to see a therapist can be scary.  Whatever the problem that brings you to therapy, you'll find my office to be a safe, supportive and accepting space, a sanctuary. I'll set you at ease at our first acquaintance. Together we'll identify what you want to achieve in therapy and how to reach your goals efficiently and effectively.

 

The heart of therapy is a caring, confidential and authentic relationship. In addition to those qualities, I also  bring a calm, mature and practical perspective and integrate the latest research on effective treatments. 

Services

I offer individual and couples therapy.  I specialize in helping teens and adults overcome the impact of trauma and dysfunctional family environments. Some of my areas of focus inlclude stress management, PTSD, anxiety and panic, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, and anger management.

 

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Serving Santa Cruz & Surrounding Communities
My office is conveniently located in downtown Santa Cruz near the vibrant Pacific Avenue.
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"Just a step at a time--meeting each thing that comes up...discovering we have the strength to stare it down."
~Eleanor Roosevelt
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