Therapy that Works

Mental health counseling supported in science

while valuing the importance of the therapeutic relationship

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is defined as the integration of clinical expertise, best current scientific evidence, and client values to provide high quality mental health counseling.  I find that integrating EBPs like CBT and key therapeutic relationship factors such as validation, empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness produce the best outcomes. 

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I have a special place in my heart to work with individuals who experienced trauma in their life. Trauma comes in different forms and shapes. I truly find it rewarding to be invited in the journey to process the traumatic events and to reframe meaning of the life. My approaches to treat trauma include cognitive processing therapy and prolonged exposure. I am also trained for EMDR. 

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When appropriate, I also utilize such approaches as mindfulness, acceptance, and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) skills.  My goal is to not only reduce the distress from your presenting problems but also improve your overall well-being and experience personal growth. The outcomes of good counseling are maintained over time and generalize to many facets of life.

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I specialize in working with adults, couples, families, and groups. 

A sample of areas where I have many years of experience treating: depression, anxiety/stress, trauma, addiction, acculturation, anger, life adjustments, insecurity/low self-esteem, work stress, and interpersonal relationships.