Treatment Approach
It is my goal to create an environment of acceptance, trust and understanding in which my clients feel safe, supported and heard. I use an integrative, client- centered approach and believe in tailoring my counseling approach and interventions to best fit my client’s needs and unique personality.
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I am trained in and utilize interventions from EMDR (Eye Movement
Desensitization and Reprocessing) , CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy),
DBT (Dialectic Behavior Therapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), Trauma-
Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, EFT (Emotionally Focused
Therapy), Multicultural and Mindfulness Based Counseling. I am also a
Certified Sexual Assault Counselor.
Would you like to learn more or explore whether we are a good fit?
Email me or call me at 650-383-7730
Areas of Expertise
I have experience working with teens, adults and couples from diverse
backgrounds on issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and self-
identity. Being from Germany originally and having lived in three countries, I
also enjoy working with clients with multicultural and international
backgrounds on issues around cultural identity. I have also worked in a
hospital setting with patients experiencing psychosis.
I have extensive experience working with survivors of trauma and clients
struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, self & cultural identity, and life
transitions.
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I meet every client with genuineness, openness and curiosity. I truly care
about getting to know who you are as a person, what matters most to you and
what may be keeping you from living your best life. There is no “one size fits
all” approach to therapy, and I strive for a collaborative process to assist
clients in creating a more meaningful life experience.
Specialties and Expertise
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Trauma and PTSD
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Anxiety and Depression
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Life Transitions
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Self & Cultural Identity
Types of Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
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EMDR
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Couples
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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Motivational Interviewing
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Multicultural
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Person-Centered
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Strength-Based
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Trauma Focused
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Emotionally Focused (EFT)
Services
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Individual: Teens and Adults of all Ages
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Couples
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In-person and virtual sessions
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and communities!
Finances
I am in-network with Aetna, Optum, UMR and UHC, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients. I offer a reduced fee to first responders, active-duty military and veterans and survivors of trauma based on financial need.
Email me for a FREE 15 minute consultation now
Fees
Individual Sessions - $150
Couple Sessions - $160
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, or Zelle.
Insurance
Aetna
HealthScope (PEBP)
Hometown Health
Optum
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
MA, Counseling Psychology, Palo Alto University, CA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, NV
EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved)
Certified Sexual Assault Counselor
Certifcate in Adolescent Psychotherapy from the ACS Institute of Psychotherapy (Redwood City, CA)
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