What I can do to help?

• I help people learn to manage their symptoms and develop a lifestyle that works for them.  I believe it is every human's right to pursue their passions, with or without a disability.  I have been working with people diagnosed with chronic mental illness, personality disorders, substance abuse issues and physical handicaps for years and have found that everyone is capable of living out their dreams. 
• I work with people individually, as a family, as a couple or in groups.

• Dance/movement therapy.  I assist people in utilizing their own mind-body connection for self-healing and individual growth.  I believe that dance/movement therapy can be effective for people who have difficulty expressing themselves in words, are struggling with specific life events, individual pain or have difficulty motivating themselves.  I am going to be starting a drum therapy group for children ages 9-11 and 12-14.  This group is aimed at helping children develop social skills and work on anger and aggression issues.  We will be using percussion instruments and dance/movement therapy. 

• Spanish Speaking clients.  I work with clients in Spanish and English.  I specialize in acculturation issues, especially between generations.

• Women's Issues.  I understand that there are several issues that are specific to women.  I utilize a feminine perspective in psychology to address these issues.  I enjoy empowering each woman to recognize and value the unique gifts and wisdom that she holds.