What I Offer
I’ve got Something For Everyone
GENERAL
PSYCHOLOGY
This is a list of general categories in which I commonly counsel patients. It is not an all inclusive list, but rather a broad overview of services I provide.
I am happy to speak with potential clients before making a first appointment.
Depression, bipolar, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, LD, learning and school performance, abuse, anger management, behavior management, oppositional, conduct issues, sexual assault, autism spectrum disorders, some personality disorders, relationship issues, divorce or reunification, parenting and co-parenting, pain management, substance abuse and recovery, grief and loss, pregnancy and sexuality issues.
DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT
Your first session will include a diagnostic assessment employing Diagnostic and Statistical Manual criteria. This is done in the course of the interview and usually takes two sessions. I always share my diagnostic impressions and answer any questions. I will usually have parents present when I interview children. Adolescents are usually interviewed alone. ADD/ADHD assessments usually take two sessions. Treatment goals are established by the end of the hour.
individual/group psychotherapy
Individual counseling is offered to ages 5 through 70+ focusing on cognitive behavior strategies. Play therapy techniques are used to engage therapy at age appropriate levels. Group counseling is topic focused and time limited. All sessions are interactive and conversational. We explore the connections between thoughts, feelings and behavior..
FAMILY /CO-PARENTING COUNSELING
Family sessions involve two or more members to address family dynamics that stifle family trust, communication and growth. Co-Parenting counseling is an arrangement where both parents share responsibility for raising their child or children in a spirit that promotes cooperation, healing and growth.
marital therapy / counseling
Most couples who see me are experiencing communication and trust problems. They do not feel their spouse is listening to or acknowledging them. I strive to have each person leave my office with something specific to work on. When I see couples, I think in terms of the relationship being the patient. The result is usually an interactive experience.