Who I am

I have been a practicing therapist for nearly 5 years. I graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a Bachelor's degee in Psychology. I continued my education at Santa Clara University with a Master's degree in Counesling Psychology.

I have a background in working with domestic violence perpetrators, supporting them in their development of healthy relationships, communication skills and control over feelings and thoughts. I have also worked with the adolescent population for many years where I provided individual therapy, family therapy, and support to parents, on issues related to trauma (PTSD), low self-esteem, anger control, depression, anxiety, impulse control issues and high-risk concerns such as substance abuse and suicidal ideation. I currently work with couples, families, and individuals in my private practice.

My Philosophy

 I firmly believe people have an ability to grow and develop into the people they wish to be, no matter their age or situation. I aim to build on the innate strengths people possess and support in recovering lost strength, build on inner resiliency and improve relationships with ourselves and others.



Licensed Marriage and  Family Therapist #78639

About Me

Areas of Specialization:

Relationship Areas: Family conflict, couples issues, sibling issues
Mood Problems:  Depression, self-esteem, anxiety, stress management
Trauma: PTSD, traumatic memories, re-experiencing of trauma
Domestic Violence: Support for both survivors and perpetrators
Adolescent Issues: Impulse control problems, anger control, self-esteem, substance abuse, social skill building, other emotional/behavioral issues

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