As a passionate therapist in private practice, I develop a personalized, evidenced-based approach for each client.  My style fosters growth and healing while taking into account each client’s unique experiences and needs.  Over the past three decades, I have worked in a wide range of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, prisons, and private practice. I have a particular interest in reaching clients of different cultural backgrounds who would not normally seek therapy. I tend to emphasize the here and now, moving forward while sometimes looking back to understand how our experiences have shaped us.  Although we may address childhood and past issues, the overall emphasis is on the issues you are dealing with at present and addressing the obstacles to current goals. I like to use the analogy of driving and the challenges we face in life.  We have a large windshield where we spend much of our time looking and moving forward, with maximum clarity....aware of and dealing with our obstacles.  We glance back from time to time at our very small rearview mirror to ensure our safety.   It’s an honor to be in this role. I help clients open up about personal and often painful issues and work through them.