My Therapeutic Philosophy - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(Aetna, Cigna, Provider for Corphealth/Humana, Tricare, Out-of-Network Blue Cross and Blue Shield.)

I offer a wide variety of therapeutic services, more information can be found under the following headings: Individual, Child Play, Family, Marital, Group, and Elder/Caregiver Therapy. I am dedicated to serving individuals and families. I am a Licensed/Masters level clinician. Therapy sessions are professional and confidential. I am skilled in providing quality psychotherapeutic services.

Treatment of everyday problems is more often referred to as counseling but the term is sometimes used interchangeably with "psychotherapy". Psychotherapy is a wide range of techniques which use only dialog and communication and which are designed to improve the mental health of a client or patient, or to improve group relationships (such as in a family). Most forms of psychotherapy use only spoken conversation, though some also use various other forms of communication such as the written word, art work or touch. Commonly psychotherapy involves a therapist and client(s) ” and in family therapy several family members or even other members from their social network ” who discuss their issues in an effort to discover underlying problems and to find constructive solutions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combines two very effective concepts - based on cognitive and behavioral perspectives.

Cognitive Interventions highlight that certain thinking patterns can cause various symptoms. For example a person's thought pattern can give a distorted picture of reality in one's life, and possibly making them feel anxious, depressed or angry or provoking a person into making poor choices.

Behavioral Interventions direct a person toward identification and utilization of healthy coping skills, communication, and problem solving techniques. It teaches one how to practice incorporating healthy thoughts and healthy behaviors. It can also help by calming your mind and body, reducing stress resulting in the ability to make healthier choices.

Child Play Therapy Services

Play therapy is offered for children between the ages (3-10) years. Play therapy is recommended for social skills development, self esteem, self expression and to assist with psychosocial and adjustment difficulties. Individual or Group sessions are offered to children and parents. The licensed or Masters level therapist will facilitate the play sessions based on the Child Centered Play Therapy model with the child.  The goal of this model is to support the emotional, developmental growth of the child. Play therapy can also help strengthen and nurture the parent / child relationship.

Symptoms treated in play therapy may include:

• Adjusting to family changes such as separation and divorce
• Making friends
• Excessive anger, fear, sadness, worry & shyness
•  Aggression & acting out
•  School difficulties
•  ADD  &  ADHD
• Abuse & neglect
• Social adjustment issues
• Sleeping and eating difficulties
• Self concept & self esteem
• Trauma
• Grief & loss
•  Physical symptoms without medical cause
• Bonding & Attachment issues
•  Foster, adoption & identity issues

NEW! Marriage Recovery Program
* Intensive Solution-Focused Marital/Couples Therapy

• Four Visits: (1) 90 Minute Session, (3) 45 Minute Sessions
• On-Going Therapeutic/Support Groups
  • Intensive Group (6:00pm Mondays)
  • Maintenance Group (7:30pm Mondays)
• Marital Concepts 1-Day Workshop

* Traditional Marital Counseling is also available.

Work-Life Solutions:

We have an extensive network of accomplished Speakers, Life Coaches, and Business Consultants that are available to work with individuals, human resources departments, divisions, or entire companies to help clients find balance so they can perform at their best…and really enjoy their life and work. [more]

Beyond the Life Balance services for adults, we also have a comprehensive 12-week program for teenagers. [more]