An Integrated & Holistic Approach to Healing.
I have a direct approach , and I work closely with my clients to help them identify their goals. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic approach. Because our mind and our body are intimately connected, I utilize an integrative approach to promote optimal well-being. I have a unique method of bettering the lives of my clients which integrates Gestalt Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Positive Psychology. Together we will work towards increasing your positive emotions, life satisfaction, and engagement, and in so doing we will better your life.
My counseling practice includes working with Individuals who are faced with a variety of issues including: Anxiety & Stress/Overcoming Depression/Self – Worth/ Identity Issues & Re-evaluation of Purpose/ LGBTQ+ Issues/ Trauma Resolution/ Anger Management/ Body Image Issues/ Career Development/ Major Life Transitions. Additionally, I am also certified in the Somatic therapy of EMDR. EMDR is the most renowned treatment for trauma and provides healing and resolution so that you can move forward and let go of your blockages from the past.
In the area of Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with Couples & Families of various cultural and sexual orientations. I am an AACAST Certified Couples & Sex Therapist, and I will work with you towards:
Overcoming Communication Barriers
Restoring Trust in Relationship
Deepening Intimacy and Sexuality in your Relationship
Developing Healthy Boundaries
Issues with closeness
Mother & Daughter Issues
Enhancing Familial bonds & Identifying Short & Long term Goals as a Team.
Clinical Experience
Extensive experience working at a Community Mental Health Agency, as well as within private practice
Ran a domestic violence women’s process group for mandated and non-mandated women
Led Community Counseling Certification groups for adults looking to expand their counseling skills and assist their respective communities
Los Angeles Unified School District high school therapist
Drug and Alcohol Addiction specialist at a rehabilitation clinic in Los Angeles
Co-facilitator of The Best Practice Parenting Group
Developed and lead self esteem workshops for teenage girls
Assisted former prison inmates on effective communication and career development
Speaking and writing engagements on various panels, on topics ranging from: Bipolar Disorder, Grief, Embodied Relational Communication, Integrated mental health
Training
AACAST, American Association of Couples & Sex Therapist, Certified Couples & Sex Therapist
Certification in EMDR (Eye Motion Desensitization Reprocessing) I &II. EMDR is a cutting edge and highly effective treatment for all forms of trauma
Completed intensive trainings at The Pacific Gestalt Institute with a focus on in-depth relationality
Completed advanced training on working effectively with Individuals, Couples & Families at The Southern California Counseling Center
Completed extensive trainings on working with couples using neuroscience and attachment theory
In depth education on working with various types of trauma, including training in The Trauma Resiliency Model and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Certification in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Continued commitment to ongoing learning and research; personal therapy, monthly consultation groups, and monthly continuing educational trainings

Motivation comes from within — and I’m here to help you activate it.

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