Kintsugi
There is a Japanese art called Kintsugi, the practice of putting broken pottery pieces back together with gold; built on the idea that in embracing flaws and imperfections, one can create an even stronger, more beautiful piece of art.
What if we honored our life experiences in the same way?
Imagine how dealing with our challenges and losses would be different if we embraced the cracks, replacing our fears and shame with hope and appreciation for our imperfections, and those experiences now reflected our resilience and strength?
The only way to get where we want to go is to leave where we’ve been. It’s an absolute truth. While that seems obvious and change can seem exciting, right on the other side of our familiar zone we will meet fears that can stall us and keep us from our future.
There is a way forward together!
My candid, compassionate, and nurturing approach assists people to identify and manage their fears, explore and initiate the possibilities for positive change, and ultimately live with with greater ease and grace.
Our ability to heal and grow starts with just a single step of awareness.
Ask yourself ...
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Do I have a lot of anxiety and worries in my life?
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Do I feel sad, unhappy, and low most every day?
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Do I find that my self-image depends on my weight?
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Do I have a difficult time coping with the stress in my life?
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Do I notice myself getting angry easily or often feel irritable?
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Do I find myself struggling to cope with a recent change in life?
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Do I find that the past has more power over me than I want it to?
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Do I want to improve the quality of my life and/or my relationships?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you may be ready for and benefit from therapy.
If life has thrown you a curve ball, know this, two heads are better than one! There is a synergy when two minds are focused on a situation’s strategy, action steps and a positive outcome.
I understand that starting therapy can be a difficult decision. With this in mind, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you make the best decision for you and your future. I invite you to be bold and take this first step to schedule the free consultation and get all your questions answered.
ABOUT ME
As a practicing therapist for over 20 years, I have the privilege of working collaboratively with my clients to assist them in finding solutions to their problems and of learning how to live life more authentically with greater joy.
Bringing a pragmatic approach to my work fueled by experience, empathy, wisdom, warmth and humor, my emphasis is connecting to my clients and making them feel safe, witnessed, understood, and valued.
With a commitment to a varied practice, I have a deep interest in working with people suffering from anxiety and depression, dealing with relationship issues, trauma, and abuse, moving through life transitions (grief and loss, divorce, career changes, etc.), facing infertility, chronic pain, and parenting challenges, as well as issues related to eating and weight.
Traditionally trained and using contemporary approaches for therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and Neurobehavioral Techniques). I am excited to incorporate mind-body techniques into my practice and I believe they can often quickly facilitate the healing process and help people make significant changes in their lives.
As a life-long learner filled with curiosity, in my non-professional life you may find me taking on a new home improvement project, outside gardening, hiking, walking my energetic border collie or enjoying new adventures with family and friends.
LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
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LCS 25704
CREDENTIALS
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B.S. in Human/Child Development, U.C. Davis
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Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, U.C. Davis
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Masters in Social Work, C.S.U., Sacramento
CONTACT ME
Let’s talk!
To schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation, to book an appointment or to obtain additional information, please call or complete the online contact form.
PHONE
(916) 216-3563