“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” Thich Nhat Hanh
Research into happiness and wellbeing is telling us what Buddhist monks and meditators have always known, that our control over outer conditions of happiness is temporary and illusive. Happiness is really an inside job. Read more
I have been practicing as a therapist for the last 17 years, with the goal of supporting people in leading meaningful and full lives. Building a trusting connection with my clients based on respect and collaboration is extremely important to me. I have experience with a wide range of issues from navigating relationships and life transitions to personal growth, depression and anxiety.
We all deserve support to find our way to a good life where we can be authentic and have meaningful relationships. I am grateful to have found the support I needed (which hopefully will always continue) and am committed to supporting others in doing the same.
If you’re looking for a therapist who is genuine, who wants you have a good life and will challenge you from a place of respect and curiosity, then I might be a good fit for you.
My practice is LGBTQQIA affirming and welcoming to all genders and orientations, and is kink & poly friendly.
I received my Masters in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies with a concentration in somatic psychotherapy. In addition to this, I’ve trained and continue training in the following approaches:
I’ve studied nature-based therapy for many years and am trained as a wilderness rites of passage guide. I welcome clients who feel connected with nature and want to weave a nature-based component into their therapy.
Contemplative practices and a connection with nature support me in the work I do as a therapist. These paths have taught me the importance of tracking your true nature in order to experience the fullness of life and have deep connections with others.
& creating transformation
Please note: My practice is currently full and I’m not able to take new clients. You are welcome to contact me if you are interested in working together when I have an opening.
As a therapist based in San Francisco, I work with people who are ready to make significant change in their lives. I support people in times of transition and when they want more out of life but feel stuck. Together we look at limiting patterns to understand what is needed to move forward. Helping people have a more fulfilling connection with themselves, loved ones, and the world around them is a main focus of my work.
There are many experienced therapists with a variety of approaches and styles, and finding the right match is essential. You can read about me and my approach here, and if you’re interested I welcome you to schedule a time to talk to and see if I might be a good fit for you.
Schedule a free phone consultation
To have a good life we need to free ourselves from patterns that keep us feeling small and stuck. First, we need to know what we want and what gets in the way of listening to ourselves or taking action. We need to be able to communicate in a way that feels authentic, which includes setting boundaries without being crushed by guilt, and learning how to connect with others without losing ourselves.
It often feels easier to live in a way that is familiar than to act on the desire for change. I create a safe space with my clients to gently challenge the status quo so you can make your way to a life that is more fulfilling and genuine.
If you’d like to explore the possibility of working together, you are welcome to schedule a free phone consultation. If I’m not the best person to help you I’ll do my best to find some good referrals. You can call me at 415.820.3202, send me a note below, or schedule online.
Please contact me for my current fees.
For low fee or sliding scale therapy, I recommend Open Path Collective, Open Counseling, and CIIS Counseling Clinics.
I do not take insurance or bill insurance directly. Many PPO plans will reimburse a portion of therapy costs for out of network providers. I can provide a billing statement that can be submitted to insurance. Contact your health insurance plan for details about what they cover and how to submit claims. You may be able to use your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for sessions.
