History
I am a licensed psychologist in California. Before moving to Santa Barbara in 2000, I had a psychotherapy practice in San Francisco for 8 years. B.A. with Honors, psychology major, Carnegie-Mellon University, 1977 M.A., psychology, Temple University, 1982 Ph.D., psychology, Temple University, 1985 Postdoctoral fellowship, University of Florida, 1986-1990 Psychology internship, Palo Alto Veterans Hospital, 1990-1991 Licensed psychologist in California, PSY12577, 1992 Assistant Clinical Professor, University of California San Francisco, 1993-1999 Training program in spirituality and psychotherapy, 2003-2007 Member, American Psychological Association, Santa Barbara County Psychological Association Numerous published articles on coping with stress and chronic medical illness
Specialties
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, life transitions, or lack of fulfillment in life? With more than 20 years of experience helping people resolve their problems, I offer a down-to-earth approach that supports lasting change. Together we untangle the ways you feel blocked so you are free to make new choices that bring ease and well being to all aspects of your life. As a client, you are welcomed into a warm, safe space that holds the possibility for your highest level of healing and fulfillment. A new perspective can make all the difference between just hanging on and living a full and satisfying life.