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Counseling Specialties

COVID-19 UPDATE

As of July, 1, 2022, I will be meeting with limited clients inside my office, following COVID-19 protocols. Reach out for more information.

Teen Counseling

A year ago, high school was back in-session, but with major modifications: masks, tests, etc. This year was supposed to be more “normal.” But what’s normal? Nothing seems normal.

“Everyone” said that kids’ emotional problems would improve once they were back in-person. After all, they’d see their friends every day, and masks would be off much of the time. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. Teens are more depressed, more anxious, using more substances, thinking about hurting themselves, etc.

Many kids have realized that they just want to talk and get their feelings out. But many of them don’t want to talk to us parents. (I also am the parent of a teenage boy.) Fortunately, most teens feel comfortable talking to me. Rest assured, I’ll say many of the same things you say. But they often listen to me. Reach out to learn more.

Couples Counseling

Even when couples are happy and healthy, they have their ups and downs. When they face challenges, they generally work together and find solutions that work for both of them. Conflict is resolved in a peaceful way.

These days…not so much. They say absence makes the heart grow fonder. But when you both work at-home, there isn’t much absence, and there’s a huge lack of fonder. Conflict is frequently not resolved well (if at all.) I know that my wife and I resolved our challenges much more easily and peacefully pre pandemic. Now, we stick with it, but it’s often a grind.

Throw kids into the mix, and the challenges multiply in frequency and intensity. “Experts” said that having kids back at school in-person would solve the emotional problems brought on by the Pandemic. Unfortunately, this hasn’t been the case. Our teens are more depressed and anxious. More are using illegal substances. More are thinking of hurting themselves. And when our kids aren’t doing well, we don’t do well.

If you and your partner want help walking through challenges that have never been more difficult, this married parent would be happy to help. Reach out!

Individual Counseling

People come in because something in their life isn’t working well and they’re struggling. And right now, the list of things you might be struggling with is long. You’re still working at-home but feel ready to go back to the office. Or maybe your boss wants you to return, but with the COVID-19 variants still causing infections, you want to work from home. You’re hoping to meet someone special, but the thought of dating during the pandemic still scares you.  Life is closing in, and depression and anxiety are normal. Reach out.

Remote Sessions

When the Pandemic was at its worst, we all learned about the wonderful world of working and going to school by video. Even though school has been in person this year and most people are back in the office, we’ve learned that video is a viable option, including for therapy. I’ve found that sessions by video are effective and sometimes preferred. As long as you live in California, we can meet by Zoom, FaceTime or phone. It’s not for everyone, but most people do fine or even prefer it. Contact me for more information.

Outdoor Sessions

I’ve realized that remote therapy isn’t for everyone. So, I’ve decided to transition back to in-person sessions. However, because of the increased risks that can come with face-to-face interactions indoors, we’re meeting outside, both at the park and walking. And as soon as the risks from COVID-19 have decreased, I will return to sessions in my office. Contact me for more information.

Don't See Your Issue Listed?

I handle a variety of other issues as well. If you don’t see something listed, contact me to discuss your situation.

Practice Specialties Include

Depression • Parenting • Anxiety • Personal Growth • Relationship Issues
Adolescents • Academic Concerns • Young Adults • Communication Difficulties Grief/Loss • Life Transitions Men’s Issues • Women’s Issues •
Self-Esteem • Stress Management • Siblings of Special Needs Children • Left-Handers • Infertility Issues