Where are you located?

I offer in-person therapy in Berkeley, California, at 1918 Bonita Avenue. I also offer virtual sessions for clients located anywhere in California.

Do you work with individuals, couples, or both?

I work with both individuals and couples. Some clients come in wanting support around anxiety, trauma, relationship patterns, or feeling stuck. Couples often come in feeling disconnected, reactive, or caught in the same conflict over and over again.

Do you offer a consultation?

Yes. I offer a free 20-minute consultation so we can talk about what brings you in, what you’re looking for, and whether working together feels like a good fit.

Do you take insurance?

I am not in network with insurance. However, I can provide a superbill for you to submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement. If cost is a concern, feel free to ask about current sliding scale availability.

What is somatic therapy?

Somatic therapy includes the body as part of the healing process. In addition to talking about what’s going on, we may also pay attention to sensations such as tension, breath, activation, numbness, or emotion. This can help us understand what your nervous system is holding — not just what your mind already knows.

What is EMDR?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a trauma therapy that helps the brain and body process distressing experiences in a more adaptive way. It can be especially helpful when you feel stuck in patterns that you understand intellectually but still react to emotionally or physically.

EMDR is a structured approach that includes preparation, identifying targets, reprocessing, and integration. Not every client begins with EMDR right away — we first make sure there is enough safety, stability, and support in place.

What is your approach to couples therapy?

My couples work is informed by Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago Therapy, and Relational Life Therapy. I help couples slow down their negative cycle, understand the deeper emotions underneath conflict, and build more honest and connected ways of relating.

My style is warm, direct, and engaged. I actively help both partners recognize the patterns they get pulled into so that communication and repair can begin to feel more possible.

How long does therapy take?

That depends on your goals and what brings you in. Some clients come in with a specific issue they want support around, while others are looking for deeper, longer-term work.

If you are seeking EMDR for a specific traumatic memory or symptom, the work may be shorter-term. If you are wanting to explore longstanding relationship patterns, attachment wounds, or deeper emotional healing, therapy often takes more time. With couples, the length of therapy also varies depending on your goals and the patterns you are wanting to shift.

What is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy?

Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) combines therapy with a ketamine experience to support deeper emotional access, reflection, and healing. For some people, it can help loosen rigid patterns and create space for new insight, emotional movement, and nervous system repair.

KAP is not the right fit for everyone, and we would talk together about whether it makes sense for your needs and goals before moving forward.

How does ketamine-assisted psychotherapy work?

Ketamine can create an altered state that allows some people to access thoughts, emotions, memories, or perspectives that may feel less available in ordinary consciousness. The therapy before, during, and after the session is what helps make meaning of the experience and support lasting change.

I typically recommend approaching this work thoughtfully and with support, rather than as a stand-alone experience.

How do I know if therapy with you is a good fit?

The best way to find out is through a consultation. Therapy is deeply relational, and feeling comfortable with your therapist matters. A consultation gives us a chance to talk about what you’re looking for, ask questions, and get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit.

Still have questions?

You’re welcome to reach out or schedule a free consultation to see whether working together feels like a fit.