I am a school (PPS certified) and clinical counselor (LPCC) licensed in California and was formally a preschool teacher. I have over 3 years of experience working as a clinical mental health counselor and over 15 years experience in health care, wearing various hats in health care. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and trauma, including PTSD, emotional abuse and physical trauma. My counseling style is open, compassionate and interactive. I believe in the Golden Rule and treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, and solution-focus counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique strengths and specific needs. It takes courage to seek help and work towards a more fulfilling and happier life. Congrats on taking the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I am look forward to working with you!