Belief:
Therapy is an opportunity to explore ones inner world, express feelings and concerns, heal from pain and suffering, and learn how to harness a more enriching and fulfilling life. Our sessions enable you to explore your inner self and life choices in a safe and nonjudgmental environment which enables you to nurture your emotional, spiritual, and mental advancement.
Having gained experience working with people from all backgrounds and walks of life, it is evident that we all have the possibility of improving our lives. How we deal with our unique circumstances differentiates each one of us. Too often, suffering is part of the shared human experience. With therapy, many difficulties that we go through are easier when given the opportunity to talk about feelings and worries with someone who is professionally trained to help you sort through these issues. I am not a replacement for friends and family support, but an additional and neutral source of help who is bound by confidentiality.
Experience & Technique:
I integrate cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic theories into my practice and tailor my approach to facilitate your individual needs. My expertise is working with issues around trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual violence and symptoms associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder with adolescents, individuals, couples, families and children. Over the last ten years, I have worked extensively and compassionately with clients who are facing overwhelming challenges, those grappling with suffering, and aspiring towards greater understanding and connection in their lives including working with survivors of torture in New York City and San Francisco. My experience also includes working with adolescents individually and in groups to overcome feelings of anxiety and depression.
Education & Licensure:
I have a Master in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work (2007), and a Bachelor of Arts from Bowdoin College. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Washington (#LW60184868).