With over 20 years of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I specialize in providing counseling services to children, teens, adults, and families navigating life's challenges. My areas of expertise include:
I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. By tailoring my treatment approach to each individual's unique needs and goals, I help clients work toward personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
Prior to establishing my private practice in Agoura Hills, CA, I gained over a decade of experience at a leading Los Angeles agency, supporting children and teens in their recovery from sexual trauma. I have also worked with the UCLA Rape Treatment Center, providing counseling to survivors of sexual abuse.
If you are considering therapy for yourself or your child and would like to determine if I am the right fit for your needs, please contact me to schedule a complimentary phone consultation.
Anxiety is a common but often debilitating mental health condition that can make it difficult to function in daily life. Even when faced with seemingly simple tasks, individuals struggling with anxiety may experience symptoms such as fear, excessive worry, and indecision.
If you or someone you care about is struggling with anxiety, I provide a personalized and compassionate approach to treatment. As a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I specialize in helping children and adults overcome anxiety and find relief from its symptoms. My anxiety treatment approach incorporates various techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, to support individuals dealing with anxiety disorders such as:
Through personalized anxiety treatment plans, I help clients develop coping strategies, challenge negative thought patterns, and build resilience to manage their anxiety effectively. I invite you to explore my Anxiety Therapy Services page to learn more about how I can support you on your journey to well-being.
Depression affects people of all ages and is a common and treatable mental health condition. It can manifest differently in different age groups, especially in children and teenagers. If you or your child suffers from depression symptoms such as sadness, isolation, disinterest in previously enjoyable activities, irritability, or low energy, know that help is available.
I specialize in depression therapy for both children and adults. We can work together to understand the symptoms of depression better and develop coping strategies to manage them. My goal is to assist you or your child in overcoming the difficulties of depression and improving overall mental health and well-being.
Learn more about my Depression Therapy Services.
Family therapy can be a beneficial tool for families facing a range of challenges, including:
Families can learn to understand and address the underlying issues causing tension and conflict within their family through family therapy. Family therapy can also offer guidance and support for co-parenting, assisting parents in developing a positive and respectful relationship with their ex-partner for the benefit of their children.
Learn more about my Family Therapy Services.
Sexual abuse can have a profound and lasting impact on an individual's mental health and well-being. If you or your child has experienced sexual abuse, seeking support and professional help is important to begin the healing process.
I provide specialized therapy services to people who have been sexually abused. We can address the emotional and psychological effects of abuse in therapy and learn coping strategies to manage symptoms. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where people can process and heal from the trauma of sexual abuse.
If you or someone you know is struggling with the aftermath of sexual abuse, know that help is available. To learn more about my approach to sexual abuse therapy, including treatment approaches for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and emotional abuse, please visit Sexual Abuse Therapy.
Trauma can have a significant and lasting impact on an individual's mental health and well-being. If you or your child is struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event, it's important to seek support and professional help to begin the healing process. Some common traumatic events include:
I specialize in providing trauma-informed therapy to individuals. We can work together in trauma therapy to address the emotional and psychological effects of the trauma and learn coping strategies to manage your symptoms. My goal is to provide a safe, non judgmental environment where you can process and heal from the trauma.
Learn more about my Trauma Therapy Services.
I help children with various issues, including depression, anxiety, bullying, parents divorce, trauma, and sexual abuse. I tailor treatment to each child's needs and developmental stage, using techniques such as play therapy, art, age-appropriate mindfulness exercises, and therapeutic games. I also teach children coping techniques to help them manage their feelings and problems.
Learn more about child therapy.
I work with teenagers to learn how to manage their emotions and impulses, leading to better self-regulation. In adolescent therapy, we can address issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma/abuse, low self-esteem, self-harm, academic struggles, adjustment difficulties, behavioral issues, communication issues, and bullying. My goal is to help teens build resilience and cope with the challenges they may be facing.
Learn more about teen therapy.
Working with parents in therapy can be a valuable tool to help address a variety of parenting issues. These issues may include difficulties with discipline, communication, or establishing healthy boundaries with their children. Therapy can allow parents to explore their parenting style and identify areas where they may need to make changes. It can also help parents better understand their children's needs and find effective ways to meet those needs.
Learn more about family therapy.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with adults to help address issues such as anxiety, depression, co-parenting, trauma, and sexual abuse. In order to facilitate healing and growth, I create a safe and supportive environment where my clients can discuss sensitive topics.
My office is located in Agoura Hills, CA 91301. I provide in-person therapy to patients in Agoura Hills and the surrounding areas, including Westlake Village, CA, Oak Park, CA, Calabasas, CA, Thousand Oaks, CA, Woodland Hills, CA and Simi Valley, CA. I also offer virtual therapy sessions to individuals located anywhere within the state of California.
Offering Both Virtual And In-Person Sessions