Specialties

I specialize in:

• Trauma - Using cutting edge treatment tools designed to reduce emotional distress and residual effects of traumatic events such as rape, war, and life-threatening accidents, as well as effects of physical and emotional abuse and neglect, and any trauma or unusual personal experiences that cause suffering

• Eating disorders - Working to find the underlying reasons for those struggling with stubborn eating problems, and using approaches designed for safe and healthy eating and exercise plans to treat anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating

• Adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse - Supporting and encouraging safe expression of these deeply personal, painful emotional issues and the accompanying powerlessness and self-esteem, with approaches designed for long term resolution and healing

I have strong experience in:

• Depression
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Anxiety
• Personality disorders
• Grief and Loss
• Adjustment to lifestyle transitions such as divorce and other life changing events
• Chronic health problems and disease
• Couples therapy and relationship issues