Waypoint Wellness
About
There are many theoretical perspectives on psychotherapy, and research is clear that the “best” approach depends on the unique qualities and circumstances of the client, their problem in living, their personal resources, and other factors. I approach each individual with whom I work as distinctive, selecting the best available empirically-validated approach for our work together.
Having said that, I most frequently employ certain complementary and well-documented theoretical perspectives in my work with clients, including:
1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2. Interpersonal Psychotherapy
3. Behavioral medicine techniques such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, relaxation training, and in vivo desensitization are a significant empirically-proven resource for those who are dealing with stress-related conditions.
I have worked in the clinical, organizational, and community mental health fields for over 35 years. Throughout my career I have been drawn to the wisdom and power of an integrative view of human beings. We are not disembodied minds. Rather our body, brain, mind and spirit, rooted in our relationships and the communities to which we belong, all play a vital and interconnected role in the quality of our lives. And when problems in living arise, each of these factors must be considered and incorporated into an effective treatment plan for lasting change.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I work primarily with adults and older adolescents who are dealing with a broad range of life issues particularly as they relate to relationships, school, work and career, and other challenges that life can bring.
My clients include those coping with depression, anxiety, cognitive and attention issues, and the effects of major life stress, trauma, or change. I also work with individuals who are trying to “raise their game” in their personal lives as well as their careers.
In many instances, people experience the effects of stress not only emotionally, but also physically. I have extensive training and experience in health psychology and behavioral medicine and where appropriate I integrate proven adjunctive tools such as biofeedback and neurofeedback into an overall psychotherapeutic plan.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My clinical experience is diverse, including social work with the developmentally disabled at Great Oaks Center in Silver Springs MD, and doctoral training through Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, the Los Angeles County Department of Occupational Health, and the Veterans Medical Center in Sepulveda, California. In these setting I received specialized training in psychotherapy and assessment, health psychology, geropsychology, and prevention-oriented community psychology.
From 1985 through 1994 I maintained a full-range private practice with Pacific Psychological Resources in Pasadena, California, followed by clinical practice in Washington since 1994. In addition to clinical work, I have held academic posts at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, and at Seattle Pacific University as Dean and Associate Professor in the School of Psychology, Family, and Community.
In addition to my clinical practice, I consult through TrueBearing with a wide range of organizations in the nonprofit, public and private sectors on issues ranging from executive coaching and performance enhancement to strategic planning, and research and program evaluation.