It takes a lot of courage to be here, and I welcome the opportunity to speak with you. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving clients throughout California. I specialize in children, families, individuals and couples. I have experience treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues and adjustment disorders, social anxiety, separation anxiety, OCD and delusional disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic styles, which include DBT, CBT, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, solution focused therapy/brief therapy, and Bowenian family therapy. As a client, you can expect a client-centered approach in sessions which will provide a safe, empathetic space for process. I believe we have many facets to who we are as individuals. My specialty is identifying those parts that need healing, as well as those parts that are sources of strength for you to lean into during tough moments. Each client is unique, and I work with you to tailor goals for therapy to fit your specific needs. I decided to become a therapist in my mid-30s after surviving a major life change. Therapy provided me with a safe space to feel angry, sad, hopeful and everything in between during the journey into my unknown. Therapy lit the path I knew I had to take in order to find a new, healthier version of myself. Are your relationships meeting your needs? My goal is to be a beacon of light for you as you navigate your unique journey to wellness. As a woman now in my early 40s (!), and mother of 3 with a blended family, I've experienced a good bit. I bring a felt sense of empathy and compassion to all of my clients, which includes individuals, children, couples and families. I received a Bachelor's degree in Teaching and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from San Jose State University in 2008. After many years as an elementary school teacher, I decided to embrace life transitions and go back to school for my Masters degree. I attended John F. Kennedy University in San Jose, CA and received my Masters degree in Holistic Counseling Psychology in 2020. I began my Associateship working with children as a counselor with Discovery Counseling Center in Danville, CA for 2 years. I then transitioned to working with children, teens and families as an Associate MFT with the San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Department for another 2 years. I worked with clients experiencing moderate to severe depression, anxiety, PTSD, delusional disorders, schizophrenia, families experiencing divorce and domestic violence. In addition, I worked with adult individuals and couples in a private practice setting via Telehealth. I am currently Telehealth only and can work with anyone who lives in California. Telehealth is a powerful tool. I have had many moving therapy sessions and have witnessed true growth in my clients through video sessions. I am confident in my ability to use this platform and I believe it supports real, therapeutic change. I look forward to speaking with you and walking with you as you navigate your personal path to healing.
