Grounded, supportive therapy that connects mind and body.

I’m a bilingual therapist (English and American Sign Language) and a California native living and working on Tongva land, the traditional and unceded territory of the Tongva people.

As a Black cisgender woman, I empathize with the challenges of finding a safe space to express thoughts and emotions. The sense of invisibility can be overwhelming, leaving one feeling lost and disconnected. I am here to help navigate internal and external system regulation, empower self-advocacy, and provide a secure environment for sharing emotions.

I aim to support the BIPOC and Deaf or Hard of Hearing communities by fostering genuine connections, promoting emotional regulation, and equipping individuals with tools to navigate life more smoothly. Together, we can create a space where authenticity thrives and you feel empowered to move through life with more ease.

Call or email me today to set up a free consultation. I’d love to support you on your journey, and if I’m not the right fit, I’ll do my best to connect you with someone who is.

My Approach to Therapy

I assist clients by listening to their stories to identify the root causes of their challenges while providing tools for progress in life. I believe in our innate ability to grow and change, especially in supportive, non-judgmental, and safe environments. Together, we can create a space of empathy, acceptance, and authenticity. I utilize various approaches to therapy with a focus on a body-based approach,  Somatic Experiencing (SE), to tailor treatment to your needs. This way we can utilize strategies to help you tap into your mind-body connection for healing.

Education

I received my Bachelor’s degree in Deaf Studies with a minor in Psychology from California State University, Northridge (CSUN), and my Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Couples and Family Therapy at Alliant International University.

Trainings:

Trained in TF-CBT

​Somatic Experiencing (SE): completed Beginning and Intermediate modules, and currently in Advanced I. 

IFS-Informed

My Methods

I’m trained in multiple modalities, allowing me to create a custom, tailored plan for you. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, burnout, trauma, or something else, these approaches extend beyond traditional talk therapy so that you can experience deeper, more permanent healing and change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a collaborative, goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. By challenging and reframing negative thoughts, individuals can improve their emotional well-being. CBT also involves behavioral techniques to confront maladaptive behaviors.

Somatic Experiencing is a body-based approach that helps you tune into your body's sensations to heal emotional trauma. It's all about feeling and releasing stored stress and tension through physical sensations. By focusing on what your body tells you, you can process past experiences and relieve emotional pain. It's like therapy for your body!

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a client-oriented and collaborative approach that helps individuals develop relationships with different aspects of their personality (parts). ​​This allows individuals to understand themselves more and operate their system to get to a place where different parts respond to triggers rather than react. 

Let's work together!

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