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My work with individuals and couples begins with deep and reflective listening. To make it safe to reveal your concerns, I first create a supportive environment where you can experience acceptance and non-judgment. This full welcoming of your genuine expression continues throughout our sessions.You are an amazing puzzle. What you say verbally as well as what you don’t say communicate pieces of this picture. There may be parts of your life that are hard for you to face, but together we gently turn to examine the difficulties and in so doing you build the courage to look boldly at the truth of your life.Our time together has the purpose of helping you explore and discover your true self.My belief in your natural power coupled with your willingness and determination to grow will lead you on a path of transformation. You can find your strength, tap into your heart’s desire, heal wounds, set goals, and achieve results.California License PSY12799

We are all public speakers. Public speaking does not just apply to delivering presentations and speaking in front of large groups of people. If you offer your opinion at a meeting, make a sales pitch to a client, interview for a job, or give a toast at a retirement party, you are speaking in public. When you share your deepest feelings with a friend, you are also speaking in public just on a smaller and more intimate scale. The question is, do you feel comfortable and confident being yourself when you speak? Does the fear of speaking... • Hold you back from success in life? • Prevent you from taking risks professionally? • Stand in the way of a fulfilling relationship? Essential Speaking helps you find the power of your own voice. This approach focuses on what matters in any communication – your authentic self. Learn to let go of performance techniques and discover how to connect with others in a genuine way. Tap into your natural strength and express yourself clearly and courageously in any situation. Essential Speaking offers private and group coaching, workshops, Leadership Presence Trainings, Online Courses, and Publications. With a gentle approach that guides you to transform your fear of speaking, these programs give you the tools to be yourself and speak without fear.

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Speaking Circle® programs transform the way you communicate by focusing on true attunement between you and your listeners.Is the fear of public speaking getting in your way? Is it stopping you from getting a promotion, speaking at a wedding or speaking up at a meeting? Do you have a passion, cause, or expertise you want to bring to larger groups? Do you want to be relaxed, authentic and in your power when you speak?You really can change how you feel about public speaking.The practice of Relational Presence is a powerful foundation for authentic communication and presentation. It helps deepen your presence, be comfortable with silence and be relaxed when you would normally feel under pressure.

SpeakingQuest combines the excitement of travel with the satisfaction of inner discovery and true self-expression. Do you wish to ...~Speak from Your Heart?~Connect Authentically?~Express Yourself with Confidence?This retreat is a transformational journey where you leave behind the familiar, and open yourself to the new...~Surrounded by tropical landscapes and fragrant breezes, you enliven your senses.~Supported by compassionate people who truly listen, you experience your authentic self.~Strengthened by inner presence, you learn how to easily express yourself in all areas of your life.

Participated in Toastmasters International Club, District 57.

Life Coaching

Ph.D., Counseling Psychology

M.S., Counseling

B.A., Sociology