Services
- Individual
- Couples
About My Clients
As a clinician, I am compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative. Together, we will identify your goals and how best to achieve them. I tend to be fairly active in sessions, providing feedback and suggestions.
My Background and Approach
My theoretical orientation is Humanistic/Eclectic. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) as well as DBT interventions when appropriate; typically for anxiety, depression, and addictions. I am tool-oriented, and I can provide a variety of suggestions on workbooks, audio recordings, homework exercises, meditation techniques, and community resources. I also offer 12 step support which means I help people navigate 12 step programs if they are interested in joining them. Some of my clients come to me to deepen their existing 12 step recovery. Finally, I have been trained in EMDR to use for re-processing traumatic memories. EMDR has other applications as well.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I also offer support to indviduals with immigration & acculturation difficulties. I am bilingual in English & Russian and offer psychotherapy in those languages. I used to be fluent in Spanish and German, but too rusty now for work purposes. I value & celebrate diversity, and I work with clients from all racial backgrounds, LGBT/trans/genderqueer, and all walks of life.