I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been licensed in the state of Colorado since 1995. I earned my MSW from Smith College. I also earned a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder.
I have over 30 years experience treating individuals, children, adolescents and families. I have a wide range of experience treating:
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- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADD & ADHD
- Parenting problems
- Divorce adjustment
- Adolescent problems
- Relationship issues
- Grief/loss
In addition to my private practice I have held several additional leadership positions within the field of mental health and higher education. I was the Clinical Director for the Center For Out-of-Court Divorce and helped to develop and lead an innovative pilot project for divorcing families at the University of Denver called the Resource Center for Separating and Divorcing Families. From 2017 to July 2021 I was appointed Clinical Assistant Professor and Field Faculty at the University of Denver, Graduate School of Social Work.
Approach to Therapy
My approach to therapy is first and foremost a collaborative process between my clients and myself. Your process in therapy should be just that – a plan for treatment that we come up with together based on your unique needs, learning style, and approach to life.
I consider myself an eclectic therapist in that I blend many theories and approaches. These include:
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- Developmental and ego psychology
- Solution-focused treatment
- Cognitive behavioral & Exposure Therapy
- CBT- I (for chronic insomnia)
- Family systems
- Strength based
I have an active therapeutic style and usually offer feedback and advice when appropriate. When working with families or children, parent involvement and communication is central to my approach. I strive to create a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment in which my clients can learn and grow.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, exercise, hanging out with my family, and walking my Goldendoodle, Bernie.
