​​Who I Work With
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You may be a good fit for my practice if you often find yourself putting the needs of others before your own.
Many of my clients are highly responsible, dependable people who have spent years caring for others, meeting expectations, and carrying emotional burdens without much space to consider how it has affected them.
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You may relate to some of the following:
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You feel responsible for keeping others happy, comfortable, or taken care of.
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You struggle with guilt when setting boundaries or saying no.
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You often prioritize everyone else’s needs before your own.
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You find yourself caught between who you truly are and who you’ve been expected to be.
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Family dynamics, childhood experiences, or generational patterns continue to affect your relationships, self-worth, or emotional responses.
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You notice recurring patterns in your life but aren’t sure how to change them.
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Life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum, parenthood, relationship changes, or career shifts have brought these struggles more into focus.
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Therapy can provide a space to better understand these patterns, develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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This work is best suited for individuals who are ready to engage in a thoughtful, deeper process of self-exploration and growth.
Therapeutic Philosophy
I believe that many of the challenges people face—whether anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, or emotional overwhelm—are rooted in patterns that developed over time in response to life experiences, relationships, and family dynamics.
My approach focuses on understanding the underlying causes of distress, not just managing symptoms. Together, we explore how past experiences continue to shape present-day thoughts, emotions, relationships, and behaviors, creating opportunities for lasting change.
Through a collaborative, trauma-informed process, I help clients develop greater insight, emotional resilience, and a stronger connection to themselves and the life they want to create.
What sessions feel like
Sessions are thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on helping you better understand yourself and the patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
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You can expect a balance of exploration and practical application. Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences, identify recurring emotional and relational patterns, and develop new ways of responding that feel more aligned with who you are and how you want to live.
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While symptom relief is important, our work goes beyond managing immediate challenges. The goal is to create meaningful, lasting change in how you relate to yourself, your relationships, and the world around you.
Education
University of Southern
California, 2020
Degree/Diploma: Master of Social Work
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California State University
Long Beach, 2013
Degree / Diploma: Child Development and Family Studies
Qualifications
Mental Health Role: Social Worker/Therapist
Credential Type: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
License State: California
License Number: 134542
License Expiration Date: 2027-10​
Private Pay Practice
This is a private pay practice, allowing for a more individualized and consistent standard of care.
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Individual: $150, Couples/Family $175​
** Sliding Scale is available
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Reaching out for therapy can feel unfamiliar --- especially if you weren't raised to talk about emotions or ask for help.
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You don't have to have everything figured out before you start.
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If this resonates with you, you're in the right place.
