My Background
I'm originally from Québec, Canada, and started my career as a Registered Nurse specializing in Psychiatry at the Allan Memorial Institute.
After 15 years in acute mental health care, my research interests led me to a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from McGill University, Montréal.
My early work included brain research at McGill's Electrophysiology Labs with Maurice Dongier, M.D., and clinical training in migraine treatment, phobia and group therapy.
Later, as Associate Professor at California State University, my research and teaching focused on Behavioral Medicine and Neuropsychology.
For several years, I’ve expanded my mission to help create healthy change through consulting and keynoting with organizations and associations.
For 25 years, I flew medical missions as a volunteer pilot, and worked as a clinic director in Sinaloa, México with Liga International. There, we developed community health programs, water systems and held trauma treatment groups.
My forthcoming book, Wired Different, inspired the Trauma Adaptation Profile (TAP-Profile)™ an assessment that helps makes trauma therapy more focused and thoughtful.
“I believe that of all the adventures you’ve been on, the bravest one is the one taken inward toward self-awareness and compassion. The path you’re already on.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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This is a therapy approach that helps you work through trauma without needing to relive details.
The goal is to gently reduce the suffering of repeating patterns that cause pain and help you feel more in control of your life.
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We start by understanding what is happening for you now. Then we use a mix of supportive therapies to help your mind and body respond in healthier ways.
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No. It can also help with chronic stress, anxiety, grief, emotional overwhelm, or patterns that keep repeating in your life.
Many people seek therapy because something feels stuck, even if they can’t point to one single cause.
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Every person’s journey is unique, and therapy length depends on what brings you here, the support you have around you, and what you’ve tried before.
Some people benefit most from short-term therapy focused on one concern, often in just 1 to 5 sessions. For longer-standing patterns, most clients reach their goals in about 6 to 10 sessions.
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I don’t bill insurance directly, but I’m happy to provide a monthly statement you can submit for reimbursement.
I recommend calling your insurance provider to learn about your out-of-network benefits, deductible, and coverage details. That way, you’ll know what to expect.
If you seek reimbursement, a diagnosis may need to be included on the superbill as part of your record. We can talk through that if you have questions.
Many California plans cover telehealth, though it depends on your specific plan.
The easiest way to know for sure is to call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask about telehealth and behavioral health benefits. I can help you figure it out.
I accept Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, and all major credit cards through a secure, HIPAA-compliant processor.
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