About
Somatic Experiencing (SE) takes healing to a deeper level. Combined with 'top-down' approaches, SE helps identify strengths and intentions beneath painful survival patterns. Shame, fear and anger transform into vital life energy. Surviving becomes thriving. As a private practice psychotherapist based in SF & Marin for several years, I was fortunate to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds. During the pandemic, my practice shifted to primarily virtual. View 4 Photos Substance use compounds the recovery process. Seemingly inescapable cycles of abuse and dependence arise from powerful drives to mask effects of trauma, severe mood & anxiety symptoms. Therapeutic alliances help identify needs underneath impulses, then develop effective coping strategies. With nonjudgmental support and practical knowledge, I help people turn destructive responses into strengths. Payoffs from psychotherapy include internal peace and renewed abilities to fufill potential, successful emotional management, better memory and concentration - as well as greater overall life satisfaction.
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| Qualifications: | Central Washington University |
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| Academic Suffixes: | MS, LMFT, SEP, SAP, EMDR |
| Expertise: | Addiction, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Depression, Family Conflict, Gambling, Grief, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Other, Substance Use, Trauma and PTSD, Veterans |
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