Category: Behavioral Health and Counseling Staff

Speciality

Individual therapy with adults, group therapy with adults and teens, anxiety, depression, trauma informed care, CBT, crisis management, substance abuse treatment, Motivational Interviewing

Biography

I received my Masters of Social Work degree from University of Central Florida. I have had the privilege to work with individuals and groups experiencing mental illness, homelessness, substance use, poverty, and trauma in various settings such as emergency and transitional housing for individuals experiencing homeless, drug and alcohol outpatient programs, probation, and individual therapy. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve Hurtt Family Health Clinic clients and staff.

Practice Philosophy

My clinical practice is guided by identifying client needs and partnering with the client to set realistic goals to reduce negative influences and find a sense of balance in their life. It is critical in my practice to partner with other social workers and human service providers to provide effective, comprehensive care for the patient.

Biography

I graduated from Western University of Health Sciences, College of the Pacific.  I completed General Psychiatry residency at Harbor UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, and I completed a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the same institution.  I am proud to serve the patients of the Hurtt Family Health Clinic.

Practice Philosophy

The best health care results are achieved with a multidimensional treatment plan which often includes both therapy and medication management.  I believe in minimizing the amount of medications needed and in whole-person health.

Biography

I graduated from the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University, and went on to complete my training in adult psychiatry at the Olive View UCLA Medical Center. I then obtained additional training to work with children and adolescents at the Harbor UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA. Since completion of my training I have worked in a wide variety of practice settings.

Practice Philosophy

I believe in taking a collaborative and evidence based approach to my practice. My goal is to use the latest available research to guide you towards making a decision for your mental health treatment that fits you best, whether that involve medication or not.

Biography

I completed my training at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA where I received a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. I was trained in a dual diagnosis treatment setting where I treated patients with both addiction, and mental health diagnoses. I consider it a privilege to work with this population, and others in need of treatment.

Practice Philosophy

I consider working as a Physician Assistant an opportunity to make a contribution to my community. I believe in a multi faceted approach to treatment that includes medication, therapy, and other modalities that address the whole person.