I am very passionate about working in the mental health field and help my clients discover their passions, inspirations, and purpose in life through a very compassionate, human centered, and mindfulness based approach.

I think that taking the first step to begin the therapeutic journey takes so much courage and I love to support my clients through this process. I believe that we all have gifts and strengths that can be cultivated through the therapeutic process and through a client-centered approach. I feel that safety, trust, unconditional positive regard, and non-judgment are core components of the therapeutic relationship with my clients. I strive to meet my clients “where they are at” in their life journey and provide guidance to navigate through life’s challenges, successes, and create goals collaboratively to achieve in therapy. I also utilize the modalities of DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Attachment Theory, Narrative Therapy to support my clients gain tools for emotional regulation, improved self-esteem, develop assertive communication and healthy boundaries within relationships, and connect to the essence of who they are as individuals.

My Professional Background

I have been working in the mental health field for six years and have experience working in a range of settings, including Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers at the Residential, PHP, and IOP levels~providing therapy to individuals, groups, and families, Non-Profit & Community Mental Health Clinics working with formerly incarcerated and unhoused individuals, and Private Practice Groups. I have experience working with adolescents, teens, and adults.

Education, Training, and Certifications

• BA from University of San Francisco
• MA in Clinical Counseling from Loyola Marymount University
• Certification in Creative Arts Therapies from the New School University

Fun Facts

I have a rescue puppy named Silas and I love taking him to beach, doing yoga, and traveling.