Education & Experience

I am a licensed psychologist with a strong background in spiritual practice, religious studies (BA), spiritual counseling (MA), and counseling psychology (PhD). I am EMDRIA certified in EMDR for treating trauma and in Applied Existential Psychotherapy. I bring specialization in cult abuse, spiritual/religious crisis, and meditation-related difficulties. Trained both as a trauma-specialist and as a doctoral generalist, I have experience in treating a very broad range of mental challenges and life issues that include concerns of depression, anxiety, transition / loss, aging, chronic illness, relationship concerns, family issues, queer / sexual / gender issues, racial / ethnic / cultural concerns, career / job concerns, anger management, work and school-related stress, and much more. My primary focus, however, is in treating those for whom spirituality and/or religious belief is important. As a psychologist, I do not offer faith-based counseling. I am not a guru or religious leader. I use evidence-based approaches. But I still believe our work together is sacred. I will prioritize YOUR culture(s) and what YOU think, feel, and believe. Laughing together, crying together, honoring your highest values, I believe you can break through.