Approach & Specialties

Counseling Approach: I believe the therapeutic relationship develops best in a non-judgmental environment that honors diversity and cultural differences. In my practice I value authentic interaction where we can cultivate trust, honesty, and connection. Sessions are holistically based to integrate mind, body and heart by supporting the client in developing greater insight to their behavior and thought patterns while at the same time practicing new skills for self-awareness. Treatment options vary based on individual needs and are influenced by my training in the following evidenced-based modalities:

• Motivational Interviewing (MI)

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) 

• Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) 

• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) 

• Trauma Release Exercises (TRE)

• Non-violent Communication (NVC) 

• Somatic Experiencing (SE) 

• Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) 

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Family Systems

• Solution Focused Therapy

Counseling Specialties: While I consider myself a general practitioner working with a wide variety of issues, I have particular interest and specialty in these areas:

• Anxiety and Mood Variations

• Grief and Loss

• Body Image and Relationship to Food 

• Trauma Recovery

• Somatic - Body based reactions to stress

• Spiritual and Existential Exploration

• Personal growth and self-awareness

• Life Transitions such as:

  • Pregnancy, birth, and new family dynamics

  • Beginning, ending and transforming relationships

  • Retirement and Empty Nest

  • Adjustment to New Health diagnosis

Massage Therapy Approach: The benefits of massage are many; reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, decrease pain, increase flexibility, improve skin tone, reduce anxiety and stress, heighten mental alertness, increase relaxation and speed recovery time from injuries. In some situations, bodywork combined with guided imagery or other counseling techniques can facilitate the healing and recovery process. My goal in massage is provide a nurturing and calming environment for you to emerge more rested, relaxed, and rejuvenated.  

Massage Therapy Specialties: My style is influence by trainings in several different techniques which include: 

• Swedish Relaxation Massage

• Neuromuscular & Myofacial Release

• Pregnancy & Postpartum Massage

• Trigger Point Therapy

• Manual Lymph Drainage

• Traditional Thai Massage

• Oncology Massage

• Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage 

• Cupping and Hot Stone 

• Chi Nei Tsang - Abdominal Massage  

• Foot Reflexology

• Energy Modalities