Besides being a professor at both SDSU and Alliant International
University in their Master's and Doctorate programs, I am in private
practice located in the heart of Mission Valley in San Diego, CA. I see
clients on an individual, relationship, and family basis. My primary
focus is Couples Therapy and aim to create greater levels of trust,
safety and stronger emotional bonds through the use of Emotionally
Focus Therapy. Further issues addressed range from relational
conflicts, work concerns, and family difficulties to depression, grief,
stress, anger, anxiety and substance abuse. I work with all ages,
ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I have also been providing services
for multiple Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) for over 15 years.
Additionally, I am an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, Certified EFT
Therapist and Supervisor. With the addition of being a professor my
private practice benefits greatly because I am able to keep my skills
fresh and up to date on the current research. I teach subjects such as
Couple Therapy and Advanced Couple Therapy, Sex Therapy, MFT Techniques
and Supervision at both the Masters and Doctoral levels.