Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapist in Marina del Rey for Healing
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of experience in private practice in Marina del Rey. My approach integrates the Japanese philosophy of Kintsugi, treating emotional and relational breakage as opportunities for growth rather than flaws to hide. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and relationship issues. My practice emphasizes personalized care, offering in-person, phone, and video sessions to accommodate diverse needs.I prioritize building trust with clients, recognizing that therapy's success depends on a strong therapeutic relationship. With a background in clinical supervision and community mental health, I bring both expertise and compassion to every session. My goal is to help clients develop self-awareness, heal from past wounds, and create meaningful life changes through evidence-based techniques and empathetic support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Addiction Counseling
Grief Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Trauma Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of experience in private practice since 2001
- Specializes in evidence-based treatment for depression and anxiety
- Offers flexible session formats (in-person, phone, video)
- Integrates cultural sensitivity and LGBTQI+ affirmative care
- Provides personalized treatment plans for individual needs
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences
What people say
Helped us get to a better place
Tools to cope with anxiety
Grateful for the progress
Richer family relationship
Comfortable with life changes
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using evidence-based techniques, clients develop coping strategies and self-awareness. Sessions focus on uncovering root causes of emotional distress while building resilience for lasting personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for married couples, dating partners, and those navigating separation. Addresses communication breakdowns, infidelity recovery, and intimacy issues. Helps partners rebuild trust and establish healthier relationship patterns through structured, goal-oriented sessions.
Family Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for family dynamics including parent-child conflicts, sibling rivalry, and adjustment to new family structures. Focuses on improving communication and resolving generational patterns that contribute to dysfunction and emotional distress.
Addiction Counseling
Specialized support for individuals struggling with substance abuse and behavioral addictions. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with motivational interviewing to address underlying causes while developing relapse prevention strategies and healthier coping mechanisms.
Grief Counseling
Guided support through the grieving process following loss. Addresses complicated grief patterns and helps clients develop healthy coping strategies while honoring their unique emotional journey through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Healthy & Healing Psychotherapy
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed therapist with 20+ years experience in Marina del Rey. Specializes in depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship issues. Provides individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based methods. Clinical supervisor for community mental health programs.
Questions
How do I know if you're the right therapist for me?
Choosing the right therapist is crucial. I encourage you to find someone you feel comfortable with. Consider factors like gender, cultural background, and therapeutic approach during your consultation.
What are your session fees and payment options?
Individual sessions cost $325 for 50 minutes. New clients receive a $200 consultation. Payments accepted via credit card, Venmo, or cash.
Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes, I work with married couples, dating partners, and those navigating separation. Sessions focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and resolving conflicts constructively.
What therapy formats do you offer?
I provide in-person sessions at my Marina del Rey office, plus phone and video therapy options for added flexibility and accessibility.
How long does therapy typically last?
Treatment duration varies based on individual needs. Weekly 50-minute sessions continue until clients achieve their therapeutic goals and feel equipped to maintain progress independently.
