No Freud. No Nonsense. Just Therapy that Makes Sense.

Yes, you can change up your mood/relationship/life/fill in the blank!

What if you could take small steps for big gains that would get you out of bed every morning enjoying life with a renewed sense of vigor? And you could do this without having to suffer through painful therapy sessions for years keeping you stuck and not moving forward? You will learn strategies to capitalize on your inherent strengths to replace the parts of your life which are not working to achieve your goals. And, I will inspire you by creating an environment that’s not a therapeutic drag; you will look forward to your sessions as I keep it real. Laughter is key.

My passion for empowering others began when my daughter required the first of three brain surgeries. Rather than feel helpless, I got going. Seeing a need to create hope for the young patients, I co-founded Healing Arts Reaching Kids at CHLA in Los Angeles, and worked diligently on committees along with the hospital Board to enact change. In addition, I aligned with the neuros and brain researchers to recognize a vascular brain condition which was relatively unknown. From there I began an alternative healing and coaching practice which led to my becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist to help others navigate the complexities of life.

I am your judgement-free zone and do not sit there repeating “mhmmm” or rely on psychological jargon. We’ll work as a team and you will leave our sessions empowered. While your past is important for understanding who you are, we won’t dwell on it. Instead, we’ll look at your patterns and, as co-creators of change, develop forward-focused motion by using those inherent strengths to deepen your sense of purpose, identity, connection, and overall enjoyment of life. Therapy is not always easy, and I will walk alongside you through your challenges while also championing your wins.