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My Approach

I see myself as a guide, support and teacher for individuals and couples who are looking for answers that come from just living life - our pain, disappointments, lack of self confidence, being with difficult emotions and transitions, and finding self compassion. 

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My hope for therapy is more than creating the absence of symptoms and problems - it is that therapy brings aliveness, joy, ease, true happiness, peace and vibrant health. 

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In 2007, I was introduced to mindfulness and meditation through a program called MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), which was life changing. Since then, I have studied many aspects of mindful principles, meditation, and Buddhist Psychology, which I have integrated into my work. I offer guidance on how to apply mindfulness to the challenges my clients face in their own lives. Mindfulness-based psychotherapy has a way of helping us learn how to have pain and a sense of well-being, stability, and ease all at the same time. 

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If somehow my words, my presence here, has touched you and you think I might be part of your healing, please contact me and we can speak in person, by phone or over Zoom.

Education and Certifications

InsightLA 2015-2021

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teachers Practicum with Christiane Wolf, MD.  Specializing in Chronic Pain and Illness

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Dedicated to the Dharma Training - Buddhist Teachings

Bioenergetic Therapy Training  1994-1998

Certified Practitioner

IBP Integrative Body Psychotherapy  1983-1988

Certified Practitioner and Teacher

Antioch University  1983-1986

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

Sonoma State University 1974-1976

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science & Planning

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