Learn new life skills that build upon your own interests and creativity. Address any unfinished business. Confront memories that still haunt. Explore the unsaid. Envision a different future. Learn to create and maintain healthy, fulfilling relationships. As we explore your options we will also celebrate any triumphs from your efforts.
I custom-tailor the therapeutic process to suit your individual needs. Together, we will set goals for your healing. I will encourage you to draw upon your own strengths and life experience by learning to trust yourself and your intuition. < I use several therapeutic approaches to address life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, confusion, anger, or fear including: Cognitive Behavioral strategies, mindfulness and stress reduction, exposure/response prevention for anxiety, problem solving, coaching for effective life and communication skills, and expressive arts when appropriate.
The Family, Youth & Children's Mental Health Services Clinic provides mental health and related social services to children, adolescents and their families who reside or attend schools in Berkeley and Albany. Services include group and individual therapy, case management and crisis intervention, as well as parent groups, community workshops and Spanish services. School-based services are available at various locations throughout the city and at the Berkeley High Health Center.