Helping People Move Toward the Life They Want

I'm glad you're here.

If you're considering therapy, chances are something in your life isn't working the way you'd hoped. Maybe you're feeling stuck, disconnected from your partner, overwhelmed by a major life transition, grieving a loss, or simply ready for something to change.

I believe people don't stay stuck because they lack motivation or willpower. More often, they're relying on patterns that once helped them cope but no longer move them toward the life they want. My role is to help you understand those patterns, strengthen your ability to adapt, and discover new ways of responding that align with your values and goals.

My Approach

I don't believe therapy should consist of talking about the same problems week after week without seeing meaningful progress. Therapy should help you better understand yourself while also creating experiences that make lasting change possible.

My work is influenced by family systems, strategic psychotherapy, experiential therapy, and clinical hypnosis. Together, these approaches help us look beyond symptoms to understand what keeps problems going and what needs to develop for change to feel possible.

Every person is different, so I tailor therapy to your unique situation rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

What It's Like to Work With Me

Clients often describe me as thoughtful, practical, and easy to talk to. I strive to create a space where you can be honest without fear of judgment while also feeling challenged and supported to grow.

Our work will be collaborative. I'll bring my training and experience, and you'll bring your knowledge of your own life. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, build on your existing strengths, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Areas of Focus

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating:

• Relationship challenges

• Life transitions

• Grief and loss

• Divorce recovery

• Anxiety and Depression

• Personal growth

• Communication and conflict

• Clinical hypnosis

Whether you're working through a specific challenge or simply want to live with greater purpose and flexibility, therapy can provide a space to better understand yourself and create the life you want.

A Little About Me

My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by a lifelong interest in understanding how people grow and change. I'm continually learning through advanced training, consultation, and professional development because I believe my clients deserve my very best.

Outside the therapy office, I enjoy spending time with my wife, being outdoors, mountain biking, guiding whitewater rafting trips, practicing judo, and exploring the Sierras. Those experiences remind me that growth often happens when we step into something unfamiliar with curiosity, support, and a willingness to learn.

If you're ready to begin that process, I'd be honored to walk alongside you.