“The wound is where is the light comes in.”
Rumi
I can help.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed by anxiety or self-doubt? Life’s challenges can leave us questioning our relationships, direction, and sense of self: Am I happy? Am I living the life I truly want? These are hard questions, but you don’t have to face them alone. I believe you already hold the wisdom and answers within you. My role is to help you uncover them with compassion and care.
Whether you’re seeking support for relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, or deeper wounds from the past, I’m here to guide you. Together, we’ll take a holistic look at your life, exploring patterns, relationships, mind-body connections, and beliefs that may be holding you back. Our work will focus on helping you reconnect with yourself and create a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
I draw from therapeutic approaches like Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support your healing. Whether you’re processing trauma, navigating painful emotions, or working toward greater self-awareness, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Let’s work together to find clarity, healing, and growth.
Education
UC Berkeley - Linguistics Studies, 2005
Antioch University Los Angeles - BA, Liberal Arts, 2019
Antioch University Los Angeles - MA, Applied Psychology, 2021
Training and Experience
Southern California Counseling Center - Associate Therapist
Airport Marina Counseling Services - Associate Therapist
Teen Line Hotline - Resource Associate, supervisor to teens responding to teen hotline
Nicholas O’ Madden - Private practice associate therapist
Stepping Stones Group - Associate Therapist working with kids, teens, and parents
Emotion Focused Therapy training, Level 1
Trauma-Focused CBT
Community Resiliency Model
Supervision and consultation (Some of the people I’ve learned from and studied with)
Dr. Marcia Steinberg, PsyD, - psychoanalytic individual supervision
Dr. David McPhee, PhD - Person Centered supervision, individual and group
Dr. Peter Maduro, PsyD, JD - Intersubjective consultation group
Anxiety and Stress
Feeling overwhelmed or anxious? You're not alone. Stress and anxiety are common in our lives. Work, relationships, finances, and other pressures can trigger these feelings. They disrupt sleep and concentration. But don't worry, you can take steps to regain control.
Depression
Depression, like a relentless storm, can engulf one's life in a cloud of darkness. It weighs heavy on the heart and dims the horizons that once seemed bright. Yet, even in the depths of despair, there exists a sliver of hope, a glimmer of light that has the power to ignite change.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder may seem like an insurmountable challenge, but there is hope. With advancing research and an increased understanding of the condition, there is a growing recognition that individuals living with bipolar disorder can lead fulfilling lives.
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoaffective disorder offers hope amidst challenges. With improved treatments and understanding, managing symptoms and finding a higher quality of life is possible. Combining therapy, medication, support networks, and self-care practices helps individuals find balance and reclaim personal power. Let's foster resilience, understanding, and empower those with schizoaffective disorder to pursue their dreams.
What I treat
Self Esteem
Psychodynamic psychotherapy unpacks unconscious roots of low self-esteem, uncovering fears, conflicts, and negative self-perceptions. This therapy fosters insight, healing, and resilience, boosting self-esteem and self-acceptance.
Life Transitions
Life transitions can be overwhelming. Therapy offers support, coping strategies, resilience, and growth during these challenges. Therapists help clients process emotions, overcome obstacles, find clarity, empowerment, and embrace new journeys.
