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I offer both brief and long term psychotherapy and counseling to adults and adolescents. I also work with diverse kinds of couples at all stages of relationship. Areas of specialty include:

Depression, Anxiety

Relational Issues

Sexuality

Loss

Stage of Life Transitions

Drawing from over 30 years of professional experience and training, I believe that there is no one way to live, nor can there be only one standard of emotional well being. I prefer to shape my therapeutic approach to reflect the needs, goals, and personal life situation of each individual. It is as important to me that each individual feel respected as be understood.

I received a Master's Degree in Social Service from the Bryn Mawr School of Social Work and Social Research in 1975, and attended Bryn Mawr as a recipient of a full scholarship from the National Institute of Mental Health. I graduated summa cum laude from Temple University in 1973, where I was named a Presidential Scholar and a member of the Honor Society.

I have post graduate training in a broad range of modalities, including:

relationship and sex therapy

hypnotherapy

creative arts therapy

pain management

Continuing education and training are vital in bringing the best resources to each therapy and counseling session. My practice is enriched by the reading, research, and ongoing training that I pursue on a regular basis.

In addition to being in full time private practice since 1980, past professional positions have included Counselor and Teacher at an alternative private high school; Director of a bilingual women's program at a community mental health center; Community Planner for public works projects in Spain; and Clinical Social Worker at family service agency.

I am a Pennsylvania Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Examiners in Clinical Social Work. I also hold a Diplomate in Clinical Social Work from the National Association of Social Workers, and am a member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers, and the Pennsylvania Society for Clinical Social Work.

Please call to discuss fee arrangements. Your insurance carrier may offer reimbursement, depending on your plan. I offer day and evening appointments in both the Philadelphia and Doylestown locations. For appointment information, please call (215) 247-8572. Be assured that your privacy and confidentiality are of utmost priority.

The Philadelphia office is located at:

8619 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19118