My Focus Areas
My Therapy Style
I'm a firm believer in the saying "You know your body best" and will never minimize or deny your pain. I view the therapist-client relationship as a car we are in together. In that car, you are in the driver's seat and you decide where we are going and when we get there. If you want to stop or slow down along the way, that's completely up to you. As your therapist, I'm in the passenger seat with my experience and compassion serving as the GPS. I can help you avoid getting lost or getting stuck, but you are always in control of how fast we move and where we are going.
Education & Training
MS - Counseling Psychology, California State University, East Bay
Get to Know Me
Why did you become a mental health professional?
To uplift those who have historically not been uplifted.
What are your interests outside of work?
Hiking, cooking for loved ones, and spoiling my dog.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
Practice mindfulness and meditation.
What book have you read more than once?
The Gift of Therapy has been instrumental to my growth as a therapist.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
The Trevor Project is amazing because they provide a safe space for those who have often struggled to feel safe.
How do you recharge?
Hiking with my wife and dog.
Do you have any pets?
My dog, Adonis, is clumsy and once fell into the pool while chasing a butterfly.
