Special Interests
Approach
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-based
Therapy Style
I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy and focus on skills-based interventions. I’ll bring in mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when clients present with general anxiety issues. I try and create a warm, inviting, and collaborative environment for my clients.
Education
PsyD - Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University
License Number and State
Pronouns
she/her
Why did you become a mental health professional?
To assist others in building a life worth living.
What are your interests outside of work?
Home decor and organization, keeping up with my toddler, and watching true-crime documentaries.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
Daily mindfulness routine and morning walks.
What book have you read more than once?
Marsha Linehan's Building a Life Worth Living. Dr. Linehan is the developer of DBT and her therapeutic approach and style has changed my practice personally.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
Pasadena Humane Society in Los Angeles for offering an invaluable service to the community and showing such compassion and care for animals.
How do you recharge?
Having a quiet moment, watching funny animal/pet videos!
Do you have any pets?
I have two dogs, Fritz and Frank! Both were adopted from shelters and were living a life of luxury, napping and snacking, until their two-legged human sister arrived and now they have to contend with her using them as a chair or pillow at any given time.
