Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused, Strengths-based
Therapy Style
I utilize talk therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions. My approach allows individuals to get to the root cause of their issues while still having the immediate change of behavioral interventions.
Education
BS - Psychology, University of Phoenix
MA - Counseling in Marriage Family Child Therapy, University of Phoenix
MFT Intern / Substance Abuse Counselor at Terra Firma Diversion
WOC Associate MFT at Department of Veteran Affairs/ Readjustment Counseling Service/ Concord Veteran Center
Domestic Violence Prevention Certification from WTLC Orange County
License Number and State
Pronouns
he/him
What are your interests outside of work?
My interests outside of work are gardening, hiking, and sports.
What book have you read more than once?
Don Quixote de La Mancha - it is full of life lessons.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
California Waterfowl Veteran Hunt Program and that Wounded Warrior Project. They both offer opportunities for veterans to have experiences and adventures free of charge to the veteran.
How do you recharge?
I reach out to family and friends and going on trips to disengage from life in order to be able to recharge.
Do you have any pets?
I have multiple dogs and horses. My favorite pet story is that my Chihuahua Princess is a natural herd dog with zero training.
