I provide a safe, hopeful space allowing clients to gain the clarity needed to process change. My goal is to empower and motivate each person to create their own solutions and enable forward movement.

For children, therapy may be a way to plant seeds of support which can be better understood when they are old enough to process the information. Treatment plans are organized around what each child needs, and what they are open to, based upon entering the session. We play games, create art projects and even listen to music which allows for an organic conversation.

Whether dealing with death, alcoholism, divorce or other difficult events, the child is given the opportunity to communicate in ways that are the most comfortable. I have found that the best solutions are created in a spontaneous, flexible and respectful environment.

I served as the Director of Psychotherapy Services and Surgical Care & Coordination at D.I.S.C. Sports and Spine Center in Marina del Rey, California under the guidance of Dr. Robert S. Bray Jr, MD.

Now I continue to see this population of patients in my private practice which is also in Marina del Rey. I empower and educate clients (and their families) to achieve the level of comfort necessary for committing to and proceeding with surgery. I support surgeons by assessing, organizing and preparing patients psychologically and emotionally for surgeries/procedures. 

I provide direct referrals to surgeons and doctors, as well as prepare patients and their families by providing a support system that results in increased availability of care and improved satisfaction.

I have developed programs for chronic pain patients, pre & post-op surgery patients and implement Solution Focused Pain Reduction with an emphasis on drug-free options.

PAIN REDUCTION THERAPY 

• Alternative drug-free solutions for chronic and intermittent pain
• Personal healing and wellness
• Support groups for individuals, partners and families

PERIOPERATIVE SUPPORT

• Perioperative training and assessment
• Well-being counseling and support
• Patient and family group therapy

“It’s been just over two weeks and I am already taking my daily walk in my backyard without any pain. My husband and I would like to thank you for all that you have done to get me to this point. I feel indebted to Dr. Bray for performing his magic and to you for giving my life back, I could not have gone through this experience so smoothly without you being there for me every step of the way.  When you first called me with your upbeat and reassuring voice offering assistance, I felt a load of worries off my back almost immediately. You answered all of my most pressing questions on our very first call. You sent me a Surgery Support Manual that documented in detail the surgery process and checklists for surgery preparation. You gave me access to your cellphone and offered me assistance at a more personal level on how to emotionally prepare myself before the surgery; what to expect and do after the surgery to minimize pain and discomfort. You even came to visit me in the recovery room and followed up for days afterwards to answer my questions.“       

– C.A.

Couples Counseling is a type of therapy for a married or established couple that assists in resolving problems in the relationship. Typically, two people attend sessions together to discuss specific issues, adapt healthy conflict resolution tools and ultimately prevent future issues from arising or escalating. The goal is to repair and restore any lost love.

Many couples find having a neutral sounding board is an immediate assistance with feeling heard and gaining understanding from their partner. A therapist can open you up to new perspectives and give you a better understanding of relationship dynamics.