therapy for individuals

There are myriad reasons people seek out psychotherapy. Perhaps you are in a life transition and feeling lost. Perhaps you are struggling with depression or anxiety. Perhaps your relationships are riddled with conflict, or a lack of connectedness. Perhaps you are ready to process childhood trauma. Whatever your reasons are, therapy offers you the opportunity to explore your unconscious and change your life. Some modalities I use are:
  • Psychodynamics
  • IFS/Parts work
  • EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing)
  • CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)
  • DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy)
  • Solutions-focused therapy
  • ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy)
  • Gestalt

Therapy for couples

Relationship distress is caused by myriad factors. When working with couples, we explore the underlying themes of this distress. I draw from attachment-based couples theory which, in the words of renowned psychotherapist Dr. Sue Johnson, “...offers a map to the dance of love and the powerful emotions that move partners in this dance. In moment-to-moment interactions ... Each person is defined and defines themselves as lovable or unworthy and the other as trustworthy or dangerous.” I work with couples to understand their nervous system responses to each other, and to develop more effective communication and therefore more intimacy.
Some modalities used are:
  • EFT
  • Attachment-based couples theory
  • Gottman method

therapy for families

A family unit is a complex, interlocking system in which each member follows certain patterns and roles. In family therapy we dive into this complexity with the understanding that by changing one small part of the system, the entire system changes. We work to uncover the types of boundaries a family upholds, the way the members strive to maintain equilibrium and more.

coaching

Coaching is fueled by the question, "What do you really, really want?"
While there are overlaps between coaching and therapy, with coaching we spend less time processing the past and more time focusing on strengths, and practicing new behaviors. In coaching, I support clients in holding themselves accountable and clearing obstacles out of the way as they set and move toward goals that are aligned with their life's purpose.

frequently asked questions

  • $190/50-minute session. For couples and families, it sometimes makes sense to conduct longer sessions. In these cases, the fee is prorated. I also offer a sliding scale in some cases.

  • Currently, I do not take insurance. I can provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

  • I offer sessions in-person in my Mill Valley and my Corte Madera office. I also offer telehealth (video or phone) to those for whom that is more convenient.