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Qualifications I've been working as a therapist since I obtained my Intern number back in 1986, and I've been licensed since January, 1991. Additionally, I worked as a Children's Social Worker for both L.A. and Orange Counties, for just over 12 years. I've worked as an LMFT in both private practice and at a Children's Clinic in Santa Ana, CA for 6 years. I've supervised internship hours for numerous colleagues over that time. I also established a counseling center in Corona, CA from the ground up, and was subsequently in charge of the day-to-day operations. In February, 2016 I accepted the position of Clinical Director at the Hillside Laguna Drug and Alcohol Treatment Program, a residential facility in Laguna Beach, CA. Background Information I have been married for 29 years, and I have two daughters, 28 and 23 years old. I write poetry and I'm working on a novel, and I hold a 2nd degree Black Belt in the Art of Moo Gong Do, as well as a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. I am a person whose job satisfaction is based mainly on my ability to help others, particularly those most in need of my help. I am a master therapist in that I'm able to empower others to produce concrete results. I have had some excellent training over the years, and I have a good deal of practical experience, but I see the key element in the making of a great therapist as what that person has on the inside, i.e., high levels of caring and commitment, and the ability to engender trust in others and to connect.
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