As a therapist, I encourage my clients to own the full spectrum of their emotions, without judgment or criticism. The feelings are there for a reason, and working together, our job is to explore, understand, validate, and then determine if this way of being is somehow leading to depression, anxiety, addiction, fear, and impeding growth, joy and meaningful connection. Sometimes we feel anxious, depressed, ashamed, disappointed, or just plain numb because we think we should be better, faster, bigger, or simply should not have these feelings at all.

If the coping mechanisms that worked previously are no longer working for you, I can help you find new ways to thrive that are authentically you. The solutions my clients seek are often found within, and I help them find them with insight, gentle nudging or sometimes with stronger, more direct interventions. My therapeutic approach is rooted in unconditional, positive regard for the client(s), infused with an integrative use of psychodynamic exploration, cognitive behavior modification, and narrative insight that incorporates cultural awareness and sensitivity.

After a long career in high tech, I pivoted towards Counseling Psychology, earning my M.A. from John F. Kennedy University and becoming a full-time, licensed psychotherapist. I have worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ community in the San Francisco Unified School District, Golden Gate University, and at SF Therapy Collective.

I have over 10 years of experience working with clients, including couples, immigrants, teenagers, adults, seniors, adult children of alcoholics, and transgender and gender non-conforming clients, as well as addressing issues of adoption, coming out, early life trauma, parenting, and intimate (open) relationships.

My work is informed by my life experiences, education, 28-year relationship, being a father and civil rights activist. It is my privilege and honor to work with our amazing community.