Among other hats, I am a licensed physician assistant, clinical hypnotherapist, researcher, educator, health innovator, and community volunteer. I bring warmth, integrity, professionalism, a robust appreciation for diverse life experiences & backgrounds, and over 20 years of healthcare experience to my life’s work.
The focus of my practice is in creating a warm and welcoming space where we can find strength, meaning, health, and growth through our challenges. My approach with each person is unique. I employ tools and skill-building techniques from a variety of disciplines including medicine, hypnotherapy, energy medicine practices, HeartMath® tools, biofeedback and breathing techniques — to assist each individual in developing personalized skills and solutions for both rapid relief and enduring personal transformation.
Licenses and Certifications
- Masters of Science, Physician Assistant Studies (MPA-C), Samuel Merritt University, 2005
- NCCPA Board Certified Physician Assistant, 2006 to Present
- State of California, Certified Physician Assistant Licensure (License#18358), 2006 to Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2005 to Present
- Hypnotherapy Certification (CHt), March 2023
- Medical Support Hypnotherapy Certification (CMS-CHt), March 2023
- Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath® Certified Practitioner
- Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research, California Institute for Integral Studies, May 2023
Professional Memberships and Affiliations
- California Academy of Physician Associates (CAPA), Member in Good Standing
- International Board of Hypnotherapists (IBH) Member in Good Standing
- American Society for Clinical Hypnotherapy (ASCH), Member in Good Standing
- The Ecology Center, Wellness Programming Committee Member