My clients say that I am a relaxed and accepting therapist, prepared to listen to them and respond to their concerns with insight and strategies for change. I operate from the understanding that our lives are an ongoing process of creation, much of which is outside of our usual awareness, but in which we may learn to take an effective, guiding role. I practice psychotherapy as a cooperative exploration and problem solving process. Together we address your needs and desires to create a more satisfying life through the reduction of distress, improvement of personal relationships, and attainment of desired goals. Therapy is tailored to your situation, employing scientifically validated treatment approaches. Psychotherapy will typically proceed on two levels: implementing practical strategies to solve your immediate, day to day problems, while conducting a simultaneous and deeper inquiry into original causes and perpetuating emotional constructs.