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| Office: |
Compassionate Connection
26441 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 101
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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| Phone: |
(949) 933-1315
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| Cell Phone: |
(949) 933-1315
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| E-mail: |
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| Web Site: |
CompassionateConnection.com
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| Profession: |
Marriage and Family Therapist
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| Services: |
Psychotherapy/Counseling
Coaching
Court Ordered Evaluations
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| Practice Description: |
We all sometimes walk through emotionally painful periods in our lives. We may feel hurt, scared, betrayed and alone. There are times that life may derail us. We may feel off track, confused, and traumatized. If you are at this point in your life, I can help you through this crisis or phase. I am experienced in recognizing why you may have derailed, and can give you the special, personalized attention to help you get back on track.
Utilizing an interactive approach, meeting you where you are, with care and respect, I provide various integrated theories and modalities to guide you toward achieving healing and personal empowerment.
Through telling your story, in a safe and understanding environment, you will uncover your authentic self---whole, healthy, nurturing, and powerful with the ability to love and accept yourself, and create healthy and loving relationships. With a willing spirit to let go of unhealthy past attachments, you can honor and heal your past, and learn to choose things differently. There are healthier options just waiting to be chosen. You will learn the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and how to select new ways of being.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance. I am a skillful listener, supportive, and a calm presence. My empathy draws me into the essential non-judgmental relationship with people. Together, we create an alliance based on compassion and respect. This forms the foundation that can break intergenerational cycles of abuse, neglect, addictions, and trauma, and replace them with joyous and meaningful family relationships.
I will go beyond helping you understand the heart of the matter; I am solution-focused and will help you be true to your path. I will offer you tools and techniques, supportive education, and give you guidance and direction to bring about lasting desired change, well-being, and self-transformation.
Meeting the needs of people in distress with respect and compassion is the core of my work. I welcome you to experience understanding and comfort that restores resilience and a peaceful heart through life’s difficult times. Remember, regardless of what anyone has told you about yourself, or what you believe, you are worthy, valuable, lovable, important, intelligent, and deserve to be happy.
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Practice Specialties or Interests:
(Strengths are
in bold text) |
Relationship Issues
Parenting Issues
Depression
Addictions
Adjustment Disorder
Adoption Issues
Adult Children of Alcoholics
Anger Management
Anxiety Disorders/Phobias
Bipolar Disorder
Child Abuse
Co-dependency
Cognitive Disorders
Communication Disorders
Crisis/Trauma
Divorce/Dissolution
Domestic Violence
Dually Diagnosed Individuals
Grief/Loss
HIV/AIDS-related Issues
Infertility Issues
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Personal Growth
PTSD
Self-esteem
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress Management
Substance Abuse
Terminal/Chronic Illness
Women's Issues
Changing painful relationship patterns
Supporting couples in finding renewed committment and joy
Discovering your cherished self
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| Age Specialties: |
Children
Adolescents
Adults
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| Session Formats: |
Individual
Couples
Family
Group
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| Treatment Approaches: |
Christian
Cognitive/Cognitive-Behavioral
Family Systems
Hypnotherapy
Integrative
Interpersonal
Object Relations
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Psychodynamic
Psychoeducational
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Somatic
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Inner Child Work
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| Demographic Specialties: |
Christian
Latino American
Serve all regardless of race, ethnicity, religion,
gender, and sexual orientation.
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| Additional Languages: |
Spanish
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| Education: |
Bachelor of Science
California State University, Los Angeles, 1978
Masters of Art
Phillips Graduate Institute, 2000
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| License #: |
40229 |
| License State: |
California |
| Additional Licenses/ Certifications: |
Hypnotherapist
NLP Practitioner
NLP Coach
Timeline Therapist |
| Professional Affiliations: |
 | California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists | | Feed the Sheep Ministry |
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| Fee Schedule: |
sliding fee scale ranges from $85 to $125 for a 50 minute hour |
| Accepted Insurance: |
Any PPO
Aetna
Blue Shield
CIGNA
ComPsych
CORPHEALTH
Health Net
Managed Health Network (MHN)
TRICARE
Orange County Foundation
College Health IPA
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| Office Hours: |
M-F, 10am-9pm |
| Driving Directions: |
From North/Central OC: Take 5 South, Exit Crown Valley, Turn Left on Bellogente, follow road up hill, Turn Right into parking lot, and quick Left. Office is on right hand side.
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| Additional Comments: |
It is essential to find a therapist who is a good fit. If you find that counseling with me is not a good fit, I will gladly offer the first session at 50% cost, and provide you with referrals to other therapists. |
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Additional Information
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| Gender: Female |
| Accepting New Clients: Yes |
| Sliding Fee Scale: Yes |
| Prescribe Medication: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes |
| Public Transportation: Yes |
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