I appreciate the variety and have the skills to help a wide range of patients, but I'm especially useful with patients who've had problems connecting with other therapists. I'm very familiar with physical and sexual abuse, but also with alienation and with spiritual and emotional trauma. Adoption and attachment issues are also a special interest. I'm trained and certified (Level II) in EMDR and DNMS, trauma-based treatments for people whose developmental needs were not met as children. I have extensive experience working with PTSD and dissociative patients, but also with "plain vanilla" folks -- of varying ethnicities -- challenged by difficult circumstances.Although there is no formal "sliding scale", I can sometimes offer hardship discounts to established patients, or those actively engaged in volunteer and/or self-help programs. I do not generally offer free initial sessions or lengthy telephone consults, but I am happy to return messages to discuss your questions about therapy and this practice.I see most patients for weekly psychotherapy, but also consult on an "as needed" basis with clients who prefer to work more sporadically. Phone or email consultation can be arranged, and I can also schedule longer sessions for clients who want to work more intensively for a shorter period of time.