“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.”

About Me

My approach is collaborative, as together we investigate what is working in your life and what is no longer serving you. I have a strong background in the arts, which emphasizes creativity and play as a vehicle for change. When working with clients, I integrate this creative background with techniques in mindfulness, body-centered awareness, and expressive arts. 

I am passionate, and I approach my practice with warmth, humor, and curiosity toward whatever is discovered. I am particularly experienced in working with people to overcome eating disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, low self-worth, addiction, and career transitions.

In my private practice, I currently see adults, teens  and children in San Francisco, as well as facilitate teen groups. My past experience includes working with youth and families in schools and private settings, as well as facilitating groups around identity, authenticity and body image.

If you have any questions or concerns about psychotherapy, I welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

• Adjustment Disorder
• Anxiety and Depression
• Career Transitions
• Creativity/Artists

• Eating Disorder
• Gender and Sexuality
• Grief and Loss
• Identity Issues

• Parenting
• Pre-teen/Teen Issues and Social Concerns
• Relationship Issues
• Self Esteem/Body Image
• Substance Abuse/ 12 Step Recovery

Education and Experience

M.A. in Counseling Psychology, California Institute of Integral Studies Concentration in Expressive Arts Therapy
B.F.A from New York University
Gestalt Psychotherapy Intensive Training from Bay Area Gestalt Institute 
Narrative Therapy Training
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Training  
Mindfulness and Compassion Training

Clinical Experience

Current Drama Therapist for adolescent groups at Paradigm Residential Treatment Center, San Rafael. 
3 year clinical internship at the Marina Counseling Center, San Francisco.
1 year clinical internship William Cobb Elementary School, San Francisco. 
1 year clinical internship at Lincoln Child Center, Oakland. 
1 year relief counselor at Progress Foundation, San Francisco. 
3 years counselor at Girl Empowerment Camp, San Jose. 

Teachings

I have taught several Expressive Arts Therapy trainings for mental health care professionals at Seneca Family Agency in Oakland. 
I have directed theatrical projects for adults and children for over 13 years.