I specialize in working with creatives and often address topics of shame, anxiety, fear, and self-criticism in therapy. Therapy is about trust and authenticity. If I cannot be my authentic self in the room, then how can I expect you to? So I do my best to show up each week as an authentic and down-to-earth person, hopefully helping you quickly feel comfortable and accepted.

I have a Master’s in Clinical Counseling from Point Loma Nazarene University. My therapeutic approach is person-centered & solution-focused. I believe that it can be valuable to have a few grounding techniques at our disposal as we begin to explore your primary reasons for therapy. After speaking about and practicing these tools for a few weeks, and after we’ve built a solid rapport, we can focus more on deeper exploration, if you’d like.

I’m a mixed-race, first generation Chicano-American and I enjoy working with clients around their cultural experiences and values. I’m passionate about social justice, particularly with racial minorities, LGBTQIA+ folks, and neurodivergent communities.

Outside of providing therapy, I love playing the drums and spending time with animals.

*The California license title of “Marriage and Family Therapist” can be a bit misleading. MFTs are trained to assess, diagnose and treat individuals, couples, families, and groups to help those who are struggling achieve more adequate, satisfying and productive lives. You can learn more about this license at this link.

EDUCATION:

Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling; Point Loma Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; San Diego State University