Welcome

I believe in treating the whole person (mind-body-spirit). This means working in active collaboration between patient and therapist. Psychodynamic, Cognitive, and Trauma Resolution therapy. Also medications as indicated or appropriate, hypnotherapy in the context of ongoing treatment. I am available for supervision of other therapists in addition to psychopharmacologic or consultations for their clients. I have a special interest in Post-Traumatic Stress and Dissociative Disorders. Treatment is tailored to the individual.

Specialties

Individual psychodynamic therapy Psychoanalytically-oriented approach, with cognitive, interpersonal,self-psychological approches. Hypnotherapy and EMDR are used as adjuncts. Medication when required . I treat many persons who have been traumatized by abuse, war,accidents,crimes,etc.

Psychopharmacology Well-experieced in conservative, but effective medication evaluation and treatment. Specialize in treating adults and adolescents with ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder).

Hypnotherapy Hypnosis can be used for many purposes other than habit control.I often will offer hypnosis in the course of therapy to pace and contain traumatic material, vivify images of success, to facilitate dream recall, to locate the "healed self" already existing in every person, to help solve problems, etc.

Forensic Psychiatry Forensic evaluations, consultation,and testimony. Post-traumatic and dissociative disorders, hypnosis, litigation support are specialty areas.

Independent Medical Evaluations IMEs for disability or work problems.

EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Effective method of lowering the intense distress of traumatic memories,phobias, etc.

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Treatment Assessment and education of patient with possible ADHD. Medication calibrated to remove or lower symptoms while minimizing side-effects.