Overview
Qualifications:
- Years in Practice: 30+ Years
- School: USC
- Year Graduated: 1983
- License No. and State: LCS 11626 California
Background:
In private practice since 1987, I treat children, adults and families. My specialities include abuse issues, domestic violence, and disaster management. I received my MSW at USC, followed by a two-year postgraduate fellowship at Reiss Davis Child Study Center. I completed coursework and was admitted to candidacy for a Ph.D. in clinical social work at USC.
Having completed a two year fellowship in clinical social work I did receive extensive training in psychotherapy working with children and families.In addition my studies at USC were focused on abuse and family violence.
Specialties
I specialize in Abuse Issues, Domestic Violence, Relationship Issues and Disaster Management.
Issues:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Grief
- Parenting
- Trauma and PTSD
Age Groups:
- Children (6 to 10)
- Preteens / Tweens (11 to 13)
- Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Adults
Methodology
My Approach:
My theoretical approach balances psychodynamic insight with cognitive restructuring, but I believe that the therapeutic bond is the most important agent of change. I am happy to provide a free phone consultation.
Treatment Orientation:
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family / Marital
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
Modality:
- Individuals
- Couples
- Family
Finances
Avg Cost (per session):
$120 - $230 (Sliding Scale)
Accepts Payment Methods:
Cash or Check
Insurance:
APS, Aetna, Beech Street, BlueCross/BlueShield, Great-West, Horizon, MHN, Magellan Behavioral Health, Medicare, PacifiCare, TRICARE, ValueOptions, WellPoint and many more.
Location
Address:
3939 Atlantic Ave., Suite #211, Long Beach, CA 90807