Monica Princevalle is currently working as an independent contractor with military service members, their children and families at various locations in the US and overseas. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy and has maintained private practices in Campbell, San Jose and Los Gatos, California since 2004. Since 1999, she has also provided services at a chemical dependency treatment center and two not for profit agencies. Areas of expertise are PTSD, Anxiety, Stress, Child Sexual Abuse, Codependency, Trauma and Suicide. Monica has more than 10 years' experience with at-risk children, teens and families in schools, foster care and dependency court systems.

Monica is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on strengths and attain personal goals.

Education:

Saint Mary's College of California                                   
BA Management, 1993

John F. Kennedy University
MA Counseling Psychology, 2001

License, Certifications & Awards:

California MFC 40593 Marriage and Family Therapy  
CISM - Basic and Advanced Group Crisis Management
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Advanced Hypnotherapy
Certified Intern Supervisor 

                                                                                         
Additional Training:

Suicide/Crisis    120 hours

                                               
Professional Activities and Memberships:

American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)
State and Local Chapters of the California Association of  Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)