Welcome
I am glad you found my web site! I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of OCD, anxiety, and stress. I work with adults (age 18 and older) who live in California.
I am passionate about helping clients understand and ultimately rise above that unwanted presence that has likely been a steady companion for some time — anxiety. This anxious part of the brain can have quite a loud voice, producing uncomfortable sensations in the body that lead us to avoid what we fear. We can then become stuck in a smaller, less vibrant life, one where we are no longer pursuing what matters most.
Anxiety can show up in a number of ways, whether in the form of...
- worry that is difficult to control
- public speaking or performance anxiety
- anxiety in social situations, such as a fear of being judged or negatively evaluated
- panic attacks, which constitute a rush of very physical anxiety symptoms in the body
- phobias, such as fear of driving
- health anxiety
- obsessive compulsive disorder
- burnout and work stress
- insomnia, or difficulty falling and/or staying asleep
The good news is that over the past several decades, psychologists have developed a deep understanding of these issues, including how they first begin, what maintains them, and how to interrupt and ultimately become liberated from the anxiety cycle. We have a number of evidence-based treatments that truly do work. I help clients rise above anxiety to build a meaningful, values-driven life.
You can continue to explore this site to learn more about:
- my educational background and training
- what to expect in terms of psychotherapy and how to get started in treatment together
- how to schedule a free, 15 minute consultation
- how to contact me
- other helpful resources you can use to get started right away
