About DR. T
Professional
I received two master's degrees. One in Counseling Psychology from Palo Alto University and one in Human Behavior from National University. I also earned a Doctor of Psychology Degree (PsyD) from Ryokan College in Los Angeles, CA. I began my career almost 30 years ago as a Behavior Intervention Specialist and I spent more than a decade as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. After becoming a mother, I realized that my values no longer align with the direction ABA was moving, and I shifted into psychotherapy. Today, my work emphasizes health, nature, attachment, freedom, and balance. I enjoy supporting individuals, parents, teens, and children as they navigate life’s challenges and discover new ways to grow, heal, and connect.
PERSONAL
Although therapy is always centered on you, I also know it can feel reassuring to know a little about who your therapist is.
I live in Santa Cruz, CA, and love being close to the ocean. Some of my favorite ways to recharge are surfing, skateboarding, gardening, homemaking, and spending time in the sun. Life at home is full and joyful with my two amazing children and three lively chihuahuas.
While my office is tucked away in a mostly soundproofed back closet, you may occasionally hear a bark or two;a small reminder that therapy happens in real life, not a perfect bubble.
