Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Child
- Adolescent/Teen
- Group
About My Clients
I work with individuals across the lifespan, and enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Each of us has a unique story which describes who we are, where we've been, and what makes us who we are today. I have experience in treatment of OCD, anxiety, suicidality, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma/PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, divorce, marital challenges, parenting issues, grief, issues that come with ageing, autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability.
My Background and Approach
Prior to becoming a psychologist, I worked as an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years. I mainly specialized in working with severely physically and/or developmentally disabled children and adults, but also worked in geriatric, private practice, and orthopedic settings. My career in OT has been an asset in my current work as a psychologist. I am able to provide comprehensive psychological assessments upon request. I have specialized training in child centered play therapy and filial therapy training. I favor an eclectic approach which provides a blend of well-researched and known to be effective therapeutic approaches including DBT, CBT, IFS, psychodynamic, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, although I consider myself to be a lifelong learner and am constantly trying to broaden my knowledge in other therapeutic modalities. I am currently working on becoming certified as a Yoga instructor and excited to integrate this into my practice in the coming months.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I am open about my strong connection to spirituality. I live my life always striving to create a healthy blend between spirituality and maintaining a grounded life. I have worked well with people of all faiths and outlooks, and am always open to learning about others' beliefs, as one's choice of faith or non-adherence to a particular faith or culture describes an important piece of who they are and how they perceive the world and events around them. I believe that humans have unlimited potential, and are capable of overcoming any challenges that come their way when given the proper support and tools. I have been through and recovered from traumas in my own personal life with the help of an amazing therapist, who inspired me to give back to others what she gave to me through becoming a therapist myself. I am looking forward to building warm and trusting relationships with future clients, and helping them achieve their recovery and balanced life.