“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.”— Lao Tzu
“Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.”— Lao Tzu
I hold rare advanced training in the only relationship approach scientifically proven to stand the test of time—helping you build a loving, resilient connection for a lifetime.
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My style of therapy is a highly active, engaged partnership, backed by extensive training in the methods I’ve found most effective. I’m direct, results-oriented, and intentionally tailor our work to your specific needs.
What drives me, above all, is a desire to help people live better lives—in the most effective way possible. I’ve seen that the fastest path there is through relationships: ease your anxiety and your relationships improve, strengthen your relationships and your anxiety eases. That’s what pushed me to pursue the most rigorous training available—because my goal isn’t to keep you in therapy indefinitely, it’s to help you build the insight and skills to thrive on your own.
I bring both clinical expertise and practical life experience into the room. Having been married for nearly 30 years and navigating the different seasons of raising four children, I understand the resilience required to manage daily demands and challenging life transitions.
My background in both psychology and business offers a helpful perspective on the intersection of high-pressure environments, high-functioning anxiety, and everyday stressors. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Organizational Behavior from Brigham Young University, and a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Lutheran University.
I see clients in person whenever it’s possible—there’s a depth to sitting in the same room together that a screen can’t fully replace, and I’ve built my practice around making that the standard, not the exception. Telehealth is available for clients whose location makes in-person sessions impractical.
My Westlake Village office offers easy parking and direct freeway access
for clients commuting across the region.
From Woodland Hills, Calabasas & Agoura Hills: Take the US-101 North to Westlake Village. My office is located right off the freeway, making it a quick and easy 10-to-15-minute drive.
From Malibu & Coastal Communities: Take Kanan Road north from PCH directly to the US-101 corridor in roughly 20–25 minutes.
From Thousand Oaks & Newbury Park: Take the US-101 South. My office sits right on the county line for an easy 10-minute drive.
From Ventura & Camarillo: Take the US-101 South directly to Westlake Village. My office is located right off the freeway, making it a straightforward, direct commute from coastal and western Ventura County.
From Simi Valley & Moorpark: Take CA-23 South to the US-101 South, an easy 20-minute drive from the north valleys.
Telehealth Option: I also offer secure, HIPAA-compliant online therapy for clients across California.
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can talk through what you are looking for,
answer your questions, and make sure I am the right therapist for you.
Session Rates:
$175 for a 50-minute individual session
$200 for a 60-minute couples session
Working together privately ensures complete confidentiality,
with no third-party insurance restrictions or mandatory diagnoses.
I accept credit cards, debit cards, and pre-tax HSA/FSA cards.
I reserve a limited number of reduced-fee spots for clients experiencing hardship.