Specialties:
Social Work, Psychotherapy
Address:
1824 Murray Ave SUITE 305, Pittsburgh 15217
(412) 521-2126 (Phone), (412) 521-3995 (Fax)
Conditions:
Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety Conditions, Depression, Grief, Pain Disorder, Panic Disorder, Personality Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Awards:
Social Worker of the Year NASW Pittsburgh Division, 2005
Philosophy:
At the core of my work is awareness of human suffering in ourselves and in the world and dignity and respect of each individual. I understand that personal growth and individuation are continuous throughout life regardless of past circumstances, current struggles or future aspirations.
Some problems are readily resolved by meeting once a week. When comprehensive change is desired I use an analytic method (free association, dream work, relational analysis) meeting 2 or more times a week which can free up energy, bring new perspectives, improve relationships and change unproductive personality patterns.
I am in training at the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center and have past training at the CG Jung Institute Training Program. Analysis is offered as part of my supervised training.
Education:
Undergraduate Schools
Bs Nursing Lsu Medical Center School Of Nursing
Graduated: 1981
Mssw Univ. Texas At Austin School Of Social Work
Graduated: 1989