I am a Denver native (attended East High School), got a BA in psychology from Dartmouth College, and a Master of Science/Physician Assistant Degree from the University of Colorado. I have been providing psychiatry medication management services for over 20 years. In addition, I taught in CU’s PA program for 7 years and spearheaded the development of their behavioral health curriculum. In my free time, I like to write, listen to audio books and play tennis.
I have been providing psychotherapy for 40 years, 27 years of which as a licensed psychologist. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. My general psychotherapy approach is to customize treatment based on each individual patient, by engaging in a collaborative conversation to clarify the focus of treatment and expectations regarding the therapeutic process. Accordingly, the process may range from providingconsultationand advice regarding identified problems; providingcounselingto engage in collaborative problem-solving; providingpsychotherapyto promote personal change and growth; or some combination thereof.
I’ve been in practice for over 10 years. I got my undergraduate degree at UC Davis and my graduate degree at DU. I’ve been with the Faculty and Staff clinic for about 2 years, before that I was in various community clinics in the metro area. My style in general is direct but gentle- I want our sessions to be helpful for you. I lean toward evidence-based, behavioral treatments (CBT, DBT or ACT); looking at tangible skills and tools to try to manage distress in daily life. I balance this in session with providing space for validation and looking for opportunities for mindfulness. In my personal life I like skiing, and cooking.