I am licensed in California with 27 years of professional work experience. I enjoy counseling all ages with a wide variety of issues. Working with couples and others who are struggling in their relationships or lacking in motivation, confidence or self-esteem are also areas that I enjoy. My special area of expertise is grief and loss. This, after spending 20 years directing a bereavement program following the death of my young husband. I am also an Art therapist that enriches my work with those who are interested.
Your own story has gifted you with many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Additional areas of focus: Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method
CA LMFT 37585
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Carol is attentive and kind. she is good at relating to my situation and gently brings up suggestions. I appreciate her attentiveness and helpfulness.
Written on Dec 18, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I am so thankful I was matched with Carol. Carol is easy to talk to, and is very understanding. We have a lot of similarities and things in common, such as her background in education, her love for art, and her Christian background. I always look forward to my sessions with Carol, even though I've only had a few so far.
Written on Nov 07, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Throughout my life, I’ve always struggled to open up about my feelings and in many ways, I’ve seen it as weakness. Carol has guided me to not only open up emotionally, she has guided me to understand myself and actions I do she is. She is a major support in my life.
Written on May 19, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Carol, is polite in tune with my needs and struggles. Going great, awesome therapist match!
Written on Mar 26, 2025 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I’m Enjoying her sessions a lot. She’s a great listener.
Written on Dec 01, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Aside from my current life situation, Carol and I share a lot of interest which helps me feel more comfortable talking to her. She listens and makes me feel heard. She’s a great therapist that connects with me on a personal level
Written on Nov 01, 2024 after therapy with Carol for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes