About My Clients
I enjoy working with clients who are open and honest with me and ready to develop a trusting relationship - even if they have found others to not be trusting, open and honest. I believe that everyone needs and benefits from an independent, objective person like me to talk to and receive counseling and support. I offer my clients options, ideas and tasks to help improve their lives. If you decide to become my client then I look forward to becoming a new member of your support system!
My Background and Approach
I'm an experienced and empathetic practitioner who doesn't judge others. I enjoy helping people become more mindful and deciding to optimistically make the important decisions that will improve their mental health and well-being. I use a client-centered, solution-focused approach in my therapeutic interactions. I have earned a Bachelor of Social Work degree, a Master of Social Work degree, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Social Welfare. I have over 30 years of experience working in various city, county, state, and private social service organizations. I have expertise in various areas such as ethnic diversity, cultural competence, caregiving, child custody issues, and human behavior across the lifespan. I congratulate you for reaching out for help from a licensed professional instead of trying to manage your problems without professional help.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I am the Founder and Director of Overt Kindness https://dr-overtkindness.com/. In 2000 I obtained a Ph.D. in social welfare from UC Berkeley, then I worked at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas as a tenured social work professor for over 20 years. In total, I have over 30 years of experience working in various public and private organizations, mental health facilities, and research centers. I collaborate and network with many professionals in a variety of practice fields and I share my network with my clients. I am living my life striving to provide public services, empathy, compassion, and goodwill for others.