I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which allows clients to see and understand connections between their stressful situations, their thoughts and beliefs, and resulting emotional difficulty. While I also employ the use of a Strengths-based model and collaborative treatment planning, I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a structured, effective approach that works with a variety of problems like mood issues, stress, and trauma. The homework is not overly time-consuming and it enhances therapy much like the saying "The more you put into something the more you get out of it."

I became a mental health professional, as I have, myself, experienced adversity.  I know what it is like to grow up living paycheck to paycheck and knowing I was different as a young gay man. These experiences give me a broad understanding of others who have experienced difficult life circumstances. Further reasons I became a psychotherapist include my belief in others' strengths, wanting to assist others in building on these strengths, and helping people achieve personal joy and happiness.

I like the outdoors, walks, hikes, swims in the ocean, and scuba diving. I like to read, play video games (on occasion), and I am always interested in learning new things including new information that I can share with my therapy clients.

I engage in deep breathing and mindfulness to try to stay in and enjoy the present moment. I also spend quality time with my husband.

Man's Search for Meaning Victor Frankl. The book describes the horrors of experiencing first-hand living in a Nazi WWII concentration camp but still finding meaning in life both during and after such a traumatic experience.

Both the Human Rights Campaign and the Sacramento LGBTQ Center in Sacramento, CA.

Good food, good walks, talks, and having fun with my friends and loved ones.