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Biographical Info

Experience and Specialties

Dr. Stanley has been in private practice for 35 years, specializing in helping couples and families sort out complicated situations. She assists couples in discernment therapy, gaining clarity about the viability of working on the relationship. She helps couples design individualized structured separations in which both partners are able to take a pause from current stresses, create temporary boundaries, achieve greater clarity about how the relationship might continue to grow in healthier directions, and develop new skills in managing conflict, parenting styles, and communication. In her collaborative divorce coaching, she endeavors to support both parties in developing a plan that supports the future well-being of both partners and encourages mutually cooperative parenting for the benefit of the children.

Education

• Psy.D., United States International University, San Diego, CA 2000
• Certified Gottman Therapist 2009
• Master of Science in Counseling, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 1971
• Bachelor of Arts in Art, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 1966-1970

Professional Licensing

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #8006

Memberships and Professional Affiliations

• Certified Gottman Couples Therapist
• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Member
• California Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Member, San Diego Chapter Member
• International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Member