Special Interests
Approach
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP or EXRP), Harm reduction, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), Motivational interviewing (MI), Solution-focused, Strengths-based
Therapy Style
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with individuals and families on their journey to improve their mental health and well-being. I provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental, and strength based approach.
I implement a combination of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focus and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, to help clients find solutions to issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, grief, and other difficulties. My focus is client-centered care to help clients reach their treatment goals.
Education
MA - Counseling Psychology with Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, National University
License Number and State
CA 111895
Pronouns
she/her
Why did you become a mental health professional?
I became a therapist because I realized early on in life that I had a passion for guiding people through difficult times.
What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?
Things that I do for self-care daily include practice mindfulness, like progressive muscle relaxation and giving mindful hugs. I enjoy getting massages and planning and going on trips.
What book have you read more than once?
I have read the book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 3 times now. This book presents "a pathway for living with fairness, integrity, honesty, and human dignity – principles that give us the security to adapt to change and the wisdom and power to take advantage of the opportunities that change creates."
