How we feel about ourselves impacts everything we do in our lives-our work, our play and our relationships. They are interconnected and weave a bio-psycho-social-spiritual spectrum that comprises what makes a person healthy and happy. When we feel depressed, we are not at our best. Our outlook and the lens we see through changes. For some of us, depression may be situational,like a death in the family. For others, it is a reaction to sudden news and threat of change. Yet for others, it has been a hidden life-long burden that makes us feel like we are different from other people and we don't measure up. All of these are painful and can make us feel very alone with feelings that can be overwhelming. Yet many of us have difficulty asking for help or reaching out. We feel shame or are afraid of feeling exposed and/or "weak". We are anxious and wonder if we will feel understood in a way that makes us relax and gives us hope for the future. Seeking private psychotherapy is an investment that can change one's outlook on every aspect of life. The goal is to free oneself from emotional barriers that prevent us from making substantive and lasting changes. During the course of our lifecycle, we pass through different developmental stages. The way we feel about ourselves usually originates from the earliest of experiences and the most important being with those who we have attachments with. When our early beginnings get off to a not-so-great start, we often are impacted later in adulthood. Therapy can be essential to our growth. Let me help you take the first step, because what you do with your life counts. Make your inner life and your outer world match. Trust that a therapeutic relationship with a trained professional can make a difference.

 I offer a free telephone consultation, and a sliding fee scale if necessary. We will talk about fees when you call. If for any reason you are unable to afford treatment, I will help you find a resource that meets your needs.

 I have a profile on the Psychology Today website, which I invite you to view.  If you would like to make an appointment, please call me at 714-556-1957.