INTEGRATIVE
THERAPY
At Focal Points Therapy, I hold space for all of you—your experiences, your emotions, your wounds, and your growth—and support you in living by your own compass. As Friedrich Nietzche said, "He who has a why to live can bear almost any how." Our philosopher friend was talking about purpose. Purpose consists of the values, sources of meaning and joy, and basic structure for wellness that define a meaningful and healthy life for YOU.
Even in our darkest times, we have choices. There is always a path forward, even if it’s hard to see.
Through caring, personalized therapy, you’ll feel nurtured and supported while learning practices that help you:
Reconnect with your authentic values and sources of true meaning, so your unshakeable center can ground and lead you.
Cultivate emotional resilience, so you can surf the waves of challenge and pain you face with less suffering.
Calm your nervous system, so safety and comfort in your body can be a daily experience, even through the most stressful times.
Uncover your unique and powerful spirit, often hidden by the masks we wear to get by in a demanding world.
About Me
I bring over 20 years of experience and training as a therapist—and a whole lot of lived life. With 50 years under my belt, I know that healing comes when we are safe enough to be our true selves without fear of judgment or punishment. With this foundation for authenticity, you will find your bravery to practice the hard but healing work of personal change.
I’m doing my own inner work every day and walking my own imperfect path; that helps me understand where you’re coming from. It’s from that place that I hold deep and steady compassion for each soul who comes through my door. Walking the walk also helps me know in my bones that venting is a bandaid. Being truly listened to and understood is healing, but it must be accompanied by learning to see ourselves and life though a wide-angle, compassionate lens, and use effective practices for wellness each day, so you can feel better and do what matters.
I identify as:
Neurodivergent (still learning to own my unique set of strengths and challenges, and develop supports to live with less overwhelm and more ease)
Perimenopausal (utilizing medical treatment for symptoms while embodying the Mother/Crone liminal space. . . if you’re curious about what THAT means, hit me up!)
A mother of an almost tween & a teen (each in different stages of puberty, as I move through life’s 2nd puberty)
An LGBTQIA+ ally on my own journey of evolving sexuality
A white Jewish person (owning white privilege and anti-racist responsibility, while rediscovering connection to Spirit, coming from a mostly secular, heritage-based religious background)
A long-time wife (in a stage of life when we evaluate what needs change and what needs renewed commitment in our relationships)
A therapy client (working with my own mood and anxiety challenges, while working on personal and spiritual development)
A 25 year member of the motherless daughters club (continuing to heal as I approach my mom’s age when she died)
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My services
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Live Your Values. Make Peace with the Present.
ACT is a values-based talk therapy that helps you create meaningful change by increasing psychological flexibility. Through mindfulness, acceptance, and committed action, we work together to quiet the noise of self-doubt, reduce the grip of anxiety or depression, and help you take steps—small or bold—toward the life you want to live.
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Ketamine & Cannabis-Assisted Therapy
Gentle Medicine. Deep Insight. Lasting Change.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy blends science and spirit to support healing on every level—mind, body, and soul. Whether with fast-acting ketamine or therapeutic cannabis, our 2-hour sessions create space for relief, clarity, and connection. With compassionate guidance, we use these medicines to unlock emotional breakthroughs, reduce chronic symptoms, and reconnect you to what matters most.
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Expressive Arts Coaching
Healing Beyond Words
Expressive Arts Therapy blends art, writing, music, and Jungian Sandplay to help you process emotions, access insight, and connect to your inner world.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or searching for clarity, creative expression offers a powerful path to healing that goes beyond traditional talk therapy—no artistic skill required, just a willingness to explore. -
Parts Work Therapy
Meet the Many Sides of You
Parts Work Therapy is a talk therapy that helps you understand and meet the needs of the many “parts” of your Self. Drawing from the Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapeutic modality, parts work helps you untangle inner conflict, heal emotional wounds, and connect with “self energy.” Self-energy allows for a secure inner community, where the Self acts as a loving and supportive parent to all your parts—the strong, centered place inside you that can lead from values with clarity and calm.
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Somatic Therapy
Connecting Mind, Body, and Emotion
Somatic Therapy integrates body-centered techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), breathwork, mindfulness, and guided visualization to help regulate the nervous system and connect you with your embodied experience.
By tuning into your body’s wisdom, we create a safe space to release tension, heal emotional blockages, and bring your mind and body into alignment for deeper well-being.