I received a B.S. in Biopsychology from University of California, Santa Barbara and a Masters degree in Marital and Family Therapy from California State University, Dominguez Hills. I have 10 years of clinical experience working in residential and day treatment supporting teens and adults faced with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma and self-injury. I currently work part-time at an Intensive Outpatient Program in Cerritos, CA where I lead Eating Disorder groups and provide individual therapy for adults and teens.
I currently treat individuals, couples and families in private practice in Southern California, near California State University Long Beach. I offer sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Individual sessions are 50 minutes in length and couples or family sessions are 60 minutes in length. My fees range from $100-$140 per session. I can provide you with a "superbill" for reimbursement from your PPO insurance plan. At this time I am not contracted as an in-network provider for any insurance company. I recommend that you contact your insurance provider and inquire about the percentage of the therapy fee they cover for an out-of-network provider.
I work mainly from a Psychodynamic background and use Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, as well as Humanistic theories and interventions in our sessions. I believe in treating the whole person---mind, body and spirit. I consider myself an active, directive, compassionate and empathic therapist. I find that clients appreciate feedback and insight from their therapist. The best way to determine if we are a good fit is to give me a call and chat before scheduling your first appointment!
I am a wife and mother. I am raising two daughters and feel passionate about promoting healthy/positive body image and self acceptance for my girls and girls everywhere.
