Who you are matters.  In a sense, that is our whole task – to find and uncover both the thriving and suffering parts, and to create new ways of relating to what is within you.  Much of the pain of living arises from patterns and narratives that interfere with our ability to connect with ourselves and others in a way that resonates deeply with us.  In therapy, we can address a number of things directly – depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress, grief – as well as gain an understanding of what lies beneath the symptoms.  

By working in a relationship of trust as we address what concerns you, your nervous system begins to re-pattern itself, guiding you to a greater sense of embodied safety. You will feel better, and you will come to know your essential truths, which will become an inner compass as you weather the natural challenges of living.   MORE....

I practice using a therapeutic assessment model that engages clients as active contributors in the evaluation process. In this approach, assessment is seen as a chance for reflection and change, rather than simply diagnostic and informational.  We will focus not just on diagnoses and behaviors, but on what might be going on beneath the surface.  This whole-person approach to psychological assessment aims to help clients feel seen and understood, giving them a way to reframe their challenges into a more comprehensive and compassionate narrative.  MORE....

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience working in human services with adults, children, and families.  As a psychologist, I have worked in a range of clinical settings, including community mental health clinics, college counseling centers, inpatient forensic hospitals, and government agencies.  

I am a second career psychologist and earned my JD prior to pursuing graduate work in psychology.  I worked for firms in healthcare consulting, global nonprofits, and corporate law before stepping into my passion for understanding the nuances of the human psyche.  I have lived and worked internationally, traveled extensively, and have conversational fluency in Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.  I am committed to understanding myself as a cultural being and to pursuing relationships based on reflective engagement, equity, and justice.  

My work is also informed by my experience with meditation and contemplative practices.  I hold a deep reverence for multiple approaches to understanding the human experience.  MORE....