Do you ever feel like life's obstacles are too overwhelming? If so, you’re not alone.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than a quarter of American adults experience depression, anxiety or another mental disorder in any given year. Others struggle to cope with relationship troubles, job loss, the death of a loved one, stress, substance abuse or other issues. Sometimes people struggle with many of these all at once. Any of these issues can often feel crippling.
I can help you work through such issues. Through psychotherapy, I help people of all ages live happier, healthier and more productive lives.
Psychotherapy is a collaborative treatment based on the relationship between you and me. We will work together to identify and change the thought and behavior patterns that are keeping you from feeling your best. By the time you’re done, you will not only have solved the problem that brought you in, but you will have learned new skills so you can better cope with whatever challenges arise in the future. I aim to help you down the path to overall well-being and balance.
Not sure if you're ready?
Because of the many misconceptions about psychotherapy, you may be hesitant to try it out. Even if you know the realities instead of the myths, you may feel nervous about trying it yourself. Overcoming that nervousness is worth it. That’s because any time your quality of life isn’t what you want it to be, psychotherapy can help.
Some people seek psychotherapy because they have felt depressed, anxious, or angry for a long time while others may have short-term problems they need help navigating. They may be going through a difficult life transition or grieving a recent loss, for example.
Signs that you could benefit from therapy include (but not limited to):
You feel an overwhelming, prolonged sense of helplessness and sadness.
Your problems don't seem to get better despite your efforts and help from family and friends.
You find it difficult to concentrate on work or carrying out other everyday activities.
You worry excessively, expect the worst, or are constantly on edge.
- Your actions, such as drinking too much alcohol, using drugs or being aggressive, are harming you or others.
Even if you do not see your problem listed, I may still be able to help. See more information about the psychotherapy I provide here. If I am unable to help your particular problem, I can offer an appropriate referral. Breaking through your obstacles begins with you, so give me a call at 415-857-0383 or email me.
Other questions
How do appointments work?
Therapy sessions run about 45-50 minutes. I will be gathering information about you during your first sessions to assess where you're at and discuss goals for therapy. I would also encourage you to assess if we have a great working relationship as I'm a firm believer that the relationship is an important foundation for therapy. If we aren't a great fit, I can refer you to another mental health professional.
How long does psychotherapy last?
The process and overall length of therapy varies from person to person and is dependent on the nature of the problem(s) being addressed and the goals you hope to achieve. Generally, the longer you have been struggling with your problem(s), the more time it will take to heal. I have experience providing short-term and long-term therapy, so we can discuss the best treatment plan to best fit your goals.
Do you offer teletherapy?
Yes, I am able to offer HIPAA-compliant video services for clients within California.
If you have any other questions or concerns, I encourage you to contact me.