About me

I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on Depth Psychology. I also have a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I am licensed in Washington and Arizona as a Clinical Psychologist (PY61512497). I serve as adjunct faculty at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, where I teach courses in ‘Human Growth & Development’, ‘Assessment, Appraisal, & Diagnosis’, and ‘Psychopathology’.

My approach to psychotherapy builds from a basic understanding that the basic human needs for relationship and a secure sense of self remain consistent throughout the lifespan. For me, psychotherapy works by increasing understanding of how these basic human needs are present in your life and supporting you in the process of taking responsibility for them.

Outside of work, I like to spend time in nature and read books about history, philosophy, science fiction, and classics in literature. I also like to watch movies, listen to music, and especially to spend time with my friends and loved ones. I have been working as a beekeeper in the Seattle area since 2010.

The title of my doctoral dissertation was On the Use of the Nonsensuous in Psychotherapy.