Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- Adolescent/Teen
About My Clients
It can be uncomfortable taking these first steps. This isn’t the life you dreamed for yourself. Things are not what you want them to be…you feel unsure what to do next. There’s no need to put labels on things but there’s no need to spend another sleepless night worrying about next steps. I can help you. I’ve helped thousands of couples and individuals much like you. Together we will create a plan and move you towards a life you love and feel confident in.
My Background and Approach
Get the relief you crave. My goal is for you to no longer require my services though my door will always be open to those I’ve worked with. Our first step will be to infuse hope using practical tools. We will work together to find what will help you achieve the life/relationship you want and then reinforce those skills. For couples- I use the Gottman approach and solution focused therapy. These approaches will improve intimacy and communication while also addressing any long seated concerns you’ve had within the relationship. I am not a “warm and fuzzy” therapist but I do use compassion and humor- as appropriate- to explore the underlying barriers to the success you deserve. For individuals, I use narrative therapy with solution focused concepts to help you transition and heal.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
Change is always possible. There is no such thing as a lost cause. Love is a beautiful and powerful force but it’s not all we need to make relationships work. Your relationship doesn’t need to look any particular way but it does need to work for everyone involved. We can get you there. I grew up in the military and have a deep respect for the unique challenges our services members and their families face. I am a Christian who supports whatever faith belief you have. Our spiritual side is important and requires nurturing and attention just like any other aspect of self. I’m still relatively new the San Diego area- moved here just 2 years ago. I absolutely love it and feel I’ve finally found home. I believe in being direct but kind. If I think another therapist or a different therapeutic would be a better fit for you- I will let you know and work with you to find that. That said- I’m excellent at what I do and I hope you’ll reach out to get what you need.