Description
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
I have a Bachelor degree in Psychology and a Masters of Social Work from the University of California at Berkeley and have worked in a broad range of social service arenas for over 20 years. I utilize a plethora of professional and volunteer experience including Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services,Adoptions, mediation, therapeutic family visitation, foster care, mentorship, coping and life skills training, individual therapy, parent education, parent support groups, social work intern professional development, test preparation coaching, and social work adjunct lecturer.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have the unique ability to effectively work with people from all backgrounds and ages. I compassionately work from a strengths-based perspective and believe that there is hope for anyone who is motivated to make positive changes in their life.
MISSION:
To accompany people on their journey to self development
PRACTICE STYLE:
Compassionate
Interactive
Solution-focused
Empathic
Trauma informed
Narrative
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Family systems
Multicultural
Motivational Interviewing
Eclectic mix of various therapeutic modalities
Individual, family, and couple’s therapy
SERVICES AND FEES:
COVID-19 Update- I have an office, but am temporarily only providing video or telephone telehealth appointments
$160 per 50-minute session for individual therapy session
$210 per 60-minute session for marriage therapy session
$210 per 60-minute family therapy session
*Longer sessions are available by request
(the first session may a little longer as it includes time for intake process)
Private/Direct Pay-
Payment by cash or credit card is due in full the morning of the appointment. I can also provide you with an invoice for you to receive an insurance reimbursement for "out of network benefit". You are advised to consult with your insurance company to determine what is covered.
Insurance-
Aetna
Optum
FSA -
Flexible Spending Accounts are accepted as well
Sliding Scale and Student Discounts-
I hold a limited number of sliding scale slots open that are determined by the individualized needs of the client. These slots are available on a first-come first-served basis. Limited slots are also reserved for college student discounts with a valid school identification card
CONSULTATION:
A free 15 minute consultation is available by appointment to see if my therapeutic services align with your needs
LCSW#79945
