Therapy is a collaborative experience. I aim to collaborate with you through a non-directive approach while being directive based on your need within your session. After years of providing behavioral management support in Applied Behavioral Analysis and Foster/Adopt agencies, I am rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy taking a holistic approach exploring how your thoughts, emotions and behaviors are impacting you. I utilize trauma informed modalities, expressive modalities, experiential modalities, systemic modalities and psychodynamic modalities such as: Attachment, Art Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), the FLASH Technique. I tailor my approach to assist in supporting your unique experience.
My Professional Background
I obtained my Bachelors degree from Fresno Pacific University in 2015 and my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary 2021. I have been providing therapeutic services since 2020. I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, experience with couples, experience with families and with various diagnoses. I have experience integrating psychological principles with various faith backgrounds. I am sensitive to the experiences of marginalized groups and have experience working with persons of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and sexual orientations.
Education, Training, and Certifications
- BA in Psychology – Fresno Pacific University (2015)
- MA in Marriage and Family Therapy – Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary (2021)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Competency Course
- Mindful Intimacy
- Art Therapy
- The FLASH Technique At the Crossroads of Trauma Therapy (IFS & EMDR)
- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Externship
- Trauma and Resilience: Informed Parenting Training
- Intensive Treatment for Foster Care
- National Alliance of Children’s Trust and Prevention Funds: Protective Factors
- Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral of Treatment
- Crisis Prevention Institute – Nonviolent Crisis Prevention
- Prepare and Enrich
Fun Facts
In my free time I love to read, watch movies, watch anime, go to the beach, paint, spend time with family and spend time with my friends.
