About Vicki
I’ve been fascinated by psychotherapy since I was 12. I’ve always wanted to provide a safe place for people to explore who they are and what they want. I believe that every person is unique, and a person can change. Together, you and I can identify your challenges and discover your unique abilities and strengths and create a path to move you toward your goals and dreams.
I interweave practical and creative approaches. I use wisdom from the past as well as the latest research on neuroscience and neuroplasticity.
I work with guided imagery, metaphor, EMDR, Sandplay, psychodynamic, Family Systems, Jungian, and Positive Psychology. I’m good at helping people transform their goals into do-able steps.
Although we can’t change our past, we can become more grounded and resilient in our present.
Credentials and License
LCSW #11211 California Licensed Clinical Social Worker 1984—Present
NPI #1669693644
Education and Training
1981 University of California, Berkeley: MSW, Children and Family
1985 California Graduate School of Marriage and Family Therapy (Intensive, Post-Master’s Training)
1986 Family Therapy Center of San Francisco (Intensive, Post-Master’s Training)
1992 EMDR Certifications I and II, EDMR Institute
2020 EMDR Flash Technique
Summary of Experience
1984 - Present Private Practice
1990 - 2019 Alameda County Behavioral Health Services, Children and Family Services
1984 - 1991 Consultation, Assessment, Training, Supervision, and School-based Services
1993 - 1997 Family Therapy Center, Partner and Supervisor
2011 - 2014 Institute on Aging, Consultant, Clinical Supervisor, Trainer
Professional Organizations
Alzheimer’s Association
The Autism Society of America
CAMFT - California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, East Bay Chapter
NASW - National Association of Social Workers
NCLD - National Center for Learning Disabilities
The Psychotherapy Institute