About John

I have over 20 years experience in the mental health field and hold a Doctorate in Psychology with Emphasis in Psychotherapy. I also hold a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology as well Bachelor's degrees in both Philosophy and Psychology. My past areas of research include paternal postpartum depression, examination of the link between traumatic brain injury and behavior, as well as the impact of dream analysis on social and emotional functioning. 

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #77634) as well as a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. 

In addition to my practice, I am an avid surfer, runner and cyclist and enjoy spending time with my wife and two sons.