About Me

Why does something that happened years ago still have so much power over how you feel today? I'm a no-BS therapist with 30 years of experience. I'm warm, compassionate, and direct. I'll tell you what I think, ask the questions that matter, and be actively involved in helping you move forward.

You don't have to have experienced a major trauma to benefit from EMDR. Sometimes it's the smaller experiences that add up over time. Being criticized, rejected, made to feel you're not good enough, or growing up feeling like your needs didn't matter. Other times, it's a betrayal, a frightening experience, or a painful loss. These experiences can continue shaping how you feel about yourself and your relationships long after they've happened.

EMDR can help you process these experiences so they no longer carry the same emotional intensity. The goal isn't to erase what happened. It's to help you remember it without feeling like you're reliving it.

I've been an EMDRIA Certified Therapist since 2022. My approach is active and collaborative. I'll explain what we're doing and why, and we'll work together at a pace that makes sense for you.

You can come specifically for EMDR. I offer weekly EMDR therapy as well as focused EMDR intensives of four or eight hours, including the option of working over two consecutive days. We'll talk about what you're hoping to accomplish and determine which approach makes the most sense for you.

I see clients in person in San Mateo and through telehealth throughout California. I offer a free 20-minute consultation so we can talk about what you're looking for and whether we're a good fit.