My Journey to Mental Healthcare
Before becoming a therapist, I spent years working in education, partnering with students, families, and school staff to help young people succeed both in and out of the classroom. I saw firsthand how emotional well-being impacts learning, relationships, and self-esteem, and I knew I wanted to be part of the deeper work of supporting people’s mental health. That path led me to pursue my Master’s in Counseling at San Francisco State University, and begin working with clients of all ages.
I have experience working with preschoolers learning to name their feelings, to teens navigating identity and life transitions, to adults and seniors seeking growth, healing, or a fresh start. Today, I bring the patience, adaptability, and compassion I developed into every therapy session. My approach is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and collaboration, because I believe you are the expert in your own life, and together we can uncover the tools and strategies that work best for you.
My Approach
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I tailor each session to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based approaches that support growth, healing, and self-understanding. I often integrate:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – to help you identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns.
Play Therapy & Child-Centered Interventions – to help younger clients express themselves in creative, developmentally appropriate ways.
Mindfulness-Based Practices – to increase self-awareness, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) – to build on your strengths and move toward your goals in practical, manageable steps.
Narrative Therapy – to explore and reframe the stories we tell about ourselves, empowering new perspectives.
Person-Centered Therapy – to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where your experiences are fully accepted.
Feminist Therapy – to address power dynamics and promote social justice, equality, and empowerment.
Trauma-Informed Care – to ensure safety, empowerment, and respect throughout the process.
My style is collaborative and compassionate. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I’m here to help you tap into your resilience, gain clarity, and move forward with confidence.
LGBTQ+ Affirmation
I am deeply committed to creating a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. I understand the unique challenges and strengths related to gender identity, sexual orientation, and intersectional experiences. Together, we’ll work to honor your authentic self, explore your identity with respect, and navigate any barriers you might face. My practice is grounded in inclusivity, cultural humility, and celebration of diversity—because you deserve to be seen, heard, and valued exactly as you are.
My Focus
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, self-harm, family and relationship challenges, career exploration, and identity development. I also work with clients facing identity-based macro- and microaggressions, creating space to process these experiences with understanding and care. Through individual and group counseling, I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your feelings, develop coping skills, and build strategies for positive growth and resilience.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self-Harming
Family and Relationship Issues
Career Exploration
Identity Development
Identity-based Macro- and Microaggressions
Coping Skills