Ever wonder....if you KNOW better, why you don't DO better?? As a licensed board certified psychotherapist with more than 20 years experience, I help people explore and answer that, and other questions everyday. In my practice, I utilize my training, education and experience to understand and interpret your unique experiences in the world that have contributed to who and how you are today. This can help you move beyond intellectual knowing, to a deeper understanding of what motivates and drives you, thus making real change more possible.  Some consider that most symptoms and behaviors are simply trying to help us meet a basic human need. With exploration, you can learn how to meet that need in healthier ways. Acceptance, understanding, compassion and attention can lead to learning better living and coping skills. After years of hearing my clients describe painful emotional experiences while waiting for someone in their life to "do the right thing", it became clearer that learning to be your own best resource for the "right thing" is one of the best ways to live a healthier, less anguished life.  Again, with exploration, understanding and attention, you can learn to be less reliant on external conditions for your well being.  To discuss these issues or other emotional difficulties you may be experiencing, such as anxiety, depressed mood, having a hard time coping with actual or threatened job loss, relationship problems, etc.,  please call for a complimentary initial phone consultation.  I participate in many insurance and managed care companies.