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About Me
BSPN, MSSW, LSWAIC
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate and have over seven years of experience working with a range of young to older adults. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing and completed my Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville. I was raised in beautiful British Columbia, Canada, and relocated to the United States in 2016.
For as long as I can remember, I have been profoundly curious about human behavior and relationships. When my friends were buying fiction novels, I was buying self-help books!
Why do we do what we do? What motivates or demotivates our behaviors? Why are some people more anxious and others less anxious? What makes change so hard? Why do we hurt the people we love?
These questions and many more are what motivate me to continue to expand my education, skills, and understanding of human behavior. While I wholeheartedly believe in applicable tools such as CBT and DBT, I believe these tools combined with an understanding of what is driving the behaviors can be more helpful. The foundation in the therapy I offer is rooted in psychodynamic and humanistic theory. My commitment is to walk with you on a journey of getting to know those deeper parts of yourself in an environment of safety.
I look at healing holistically and consider the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual components of you on your healing journey. I truly believe healing is possible when we have the knowledge, support, and an environment of safety.
The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship you have with yourself.
-Steve Maraboli
Insurance & Fees
$120 Individual Therapy
$175 Couples Therapy
Payment options include private pay and insurance. I am in network with the following:
Our Work
My practice is client-centered, meeting people where they are, offering a culture of safety, empathy, compassion, and acceptance. My mission is to honor the unique requirements each client and couple has fostering hope, self empowerment, and lasting positive change. Whatever is important to you is what we focus on. I have an eclectic approach and utilize a variety of modalities and tools. I lean heavily on attachment based work, psychodynamic theory, and emotionally focused techniques. I am deeply interested in understanding what is causing, contributing, or magnifying issues in your life, not only focusing on symptomology and behavior. I have a special interest in C-PTSD, codependency, and attachment issues. As a member of the military family, I work with those impacted by the military lifestyle. I offer individual and couples sessions. Please schedule below or reach out for a free phone consult and I would be happy to answer any other questions to see if we might be a good fit.
Services:
Anxiety
Depression
C-PTSD
Attachment Issues
Relationship/Communication Issues
Self Esteem/Confidence
Approaches:
Psychodynamic
Attachment-Based
Person-Centered
Cognitive Behavioral
Dialectical Behavioral
Humanistic
Transpersonal
Mindfulness
Metabolic Psychiatry
Credentials & Education
- Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing
- Master of Science in Social Work
- Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Level One Training
Metabolic Psychiatry
I am professionally informed and educated in understanding metabolic psychiatry and the ketogenic lifestyle for mental health and neurological disorders. At this time, I cannot manage ketogenic diets; however, I have a comprehensive understanding of the research and methods and can offer supportive psychotherapy for those who are wanting to explore this intervention or are already following these dietary guidelines under the guidance of a qualified nutrition or healthcare professional. I also can provide resources to help you locate qualified professionals.
Anxiety
Depression
C-PTSD
Relationship Issues
Attachment Issues
Self-Esteem
Contact
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Phone
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday 10am-5pm PST
Friday 10am-1pm PST