Therapy for adolescents,
young adults, and their parents.

I have been a practicing licensed psychologist for over 18 years. I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, completed my predoctoral internship at Stanford Children's Hospital and The Children's Health Council, and my postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University's Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic.

During that training I received guidance from leaders in the field — especially in anxiety and other internalizing disorders, ADHD and behavior management, eating disorders, and autism. I've continued to work with these populations throughout Orange County.

On a personal note, I bring a real, approachable, and down-to-earth perspective to my work. Living in Orange County with my family—including three teenagers and our Boston Terrier—I understand firsthand the daily pace, pressures, and dynamic chaos of family life. In my free time, you'll usually find me running, getting lost in a good book, or planning our next travel adventure.

Whether you are a high schooler or young adult navigating intense anxiety or a parent looking for grounded guidance, my goal is to put you at ease from day one. But comfort is just the starting point. I promise to be straightforward and transparent with you, pairing genuine warmth with practical, evidence-based tools. Together, we’ll challenge old perspectives, shift your mood, and take actionable steps toward meaningful, lasting change.