My work in counseling psychology has taught me that we are all more similar than we are different. We have very similar struggles, just to varying degrees.
As a result, my work with clients is not to label them or try to fix them. It’s also not to push my values on to them or to make choices for them.
Instead, I try to understand their values and goals, and be an objective sounding board as we experiment and explore possible solutions together.
Confidentiality and acceptance are the foundations of my work. I take them both very seriously.
I also value honest feedback about my work; whether it be positive or negative.
My approach in session:
My practice is informed by client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and psychodynamic thinking.
My formal training:
To become a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California it’s required to first complete a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from an accredited and California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) approved university. Upon graduation, it’s required to complete 3,000 hours of experience that is supervised by a LMFT, Psychologist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
My ongoing training:
To maintain my license, I must complete, at minimum, 36-hours of continuing education courses that are approved by the BBS.
Also, as a way to maintain my skills, I consult with other professionals on a regular basis.
Professional Resume
Work
UCLA Health | Okinawa, Japan
Resiliency Trainer
July 2018 – Present
Madrone High School | San Rafael, California
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
December 2017 – July 2018
Star Academy | San Rafael, California
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
September 2017 – July 2018
Family Works Therapy and Life Skills Center | San Rafael, California
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
August 2016 – June 2018
Amerasian School Okinawa | Okinawa, Japan
Student Mentor (Volunteer)
June 2016 – August 2016
YMCA of the USA | Richmond, California
Student Mentor (Volunteer)
October 2015 – May 2016
Education
Dominican University of California
M.S. Counseling Psychology
2015 – 2017
California Lutheran University
B.S. Business Finance
2002 – 2005
Professional Affiliations
International Mental Health Professionals Japan
Clinical Member
2019 – Present
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Clinical Member
2016 – Present
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #122484
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
2020 – Present
Certificate Program in TeleMental Health & Digital Ethics
Zur Institute
2020
Serving Our Veterans Behavioral Health Certificate
Center for Deployment Psychology
2018