Training & Experience

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Washington State (License #1820) with over 28 years of experience.

I work with young adults, adults, individuals and couples; as a therapist, mentor and consultant. I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy to support patients in gaining a deeper understanding of the behaviors, thoughts and emotions that interfere with their lives and happiness.

Experience

  • Private practice in Seattle since 1994

  • Counselor at University of Washington Counseling Center, 2000

  • Assistant, Associate, and Training Director of the Seattle University Counseling Center
    1992–2000

  • Therapy Volunteer in Macedonia, working with refugees from Kosovo experiencing post-traumatic stress
    1999

  • Counselor at California State University at Sacramento
    1991–1992

Training

  • Psychology Intern at the APA-accredited University of California at Davis’ Counseling Center
    1990–1991

  • Therapy Practicum at University of Illinois at Chicago’s Counseling Center
    1989–1990

  • Diagnostic Practicum at Columbus Hospital Department of Neuroscience, and Cook County Hospital’s Fantus Clinic Department of Outpatient Neurology
    1988–1989

  • Assistant Psychometrist, Chicago, Private Practice
    1988

Professional Affiliations

  • Women's Therapy Referral Services

  • National Eating Disorders Association

  • Center for Object Relations

  • Northwest Alliance for Psychoanalytic Study

Education

  • Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Psy.D, Specialization in Health Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology (APA-accredited program), 1992

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
    1986

If you have questions or would like to talk with me about my experience, training or working together, contact me.

I’d be happy to talk with you.