FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I provide anyone interested in beginning therapy with me a free 15-20 minute phone consultation to make sure they you feel I am the best fit you as a therapist. Also, it gives me a chance to better understand why you are seeking therapy and understand your goals.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Step 1:We first speak on the phone for 15-20 minutes in order to make sure you feel that I can assist you and so that you feel comfortable with the therapy process. Step 2: We schedule an in-office (or virtual via computer) appointment and during the first appointment I gather more information about you, what brings you to therapy, and get the history of the problems you are seeking therapy for at this time. I answer any additional questions you have and discuss the most convenient time for you to attend therapy. Step 3: We meet for ongoing weekly appointments in-office or virtual via computer at time that works for you. If you need to cancel or skip a week, that's OK, I just send for notice a few days in advance. We continue with therapy until you feel you have reaching your goals. You are free to stop therapy at any time and we continue to discuss how effective therapy is for you in assisting you reach your goals.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Southern California (USC). My post-graduate education includes completing Level I & Level II training for EMDR from the prestigious EMDR institute as well as other trauma modalities. My professional background includes working at several different prestigious treatment centers including Reconnect Center, located in the Pacific Palisades, which is known for being a leader of trauma treatment, in addition to also working with alcohol and substance abuse treatment at Phoenix House and Evolve Treatment Centers.