Our Team
One of the most important parts of my life and my effectiveness as a therapist has been my own
emotional and spiritual growth and what I have learned as a parent and being in a committed,
long term, loving marriage. I love exploring and developing the intersection and integration of
modern science with ancient wisdom. I am deeply grateful that I have the opportunity to do the
work I love: creating more love and healing in the world. I am passionate about helping people to
understand and step out of limiting patterns that have outworn their effectiveness, and step into
the freedom to make choices, heal past pain, create loving connections, and grow. When a person
heals they can reclaim more wholeness, connection, and the freedom to create a meaningful,
fulfilling life. This has a ripple effect on their relationships, family, children, and future.
The tools and skills I have acquired over 30 years of extensive training and practice, have
helped me to become an effective therapist for individuals, couples, and families. I am a lifelong
learner and my work is informed by the latest research in the field of psychotherapy. As the first
Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist in Santa Barbara, I help couples achieve the
kind loving relationship they may never have believed possible. Emotionally Focused Therapy
(EFT), is a proven model with the highest success rates for achieving a long lasting, loving, and
secure bond. I am so deeply gratified when a client has shared how our work together has
changed their life and so honored to guide and witness moments of bonding when partners
experience more connection and joy between them than ever.
I provide a safe environment and a compassionate and understanding presence, free of
judgment. These are the base from which I help clients to slow down, reflect, explore, and grow.
My understanding of the power of emotion and working with it in present moment
experience enables me to support clients in achieving lasting change.
