The time a therapist and client spend together is sacred. Not only does it take courage, vulnerability, self-care, and prioritizing oneself to schedule an appointment but it takes trust in a new person and process. I am honored that you are reading this and considering scheduling time with me so that I may work with you in a way that is meaningful to you.

I find many modalities powerful, but I tailor my eclectic approach to the individual client and what will best serve them. This process is through observation and insight as well as the client’s expressed feedback and preferences. In particular, I utilize Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) which allows us to identify, accept, and manage emotions and often pairs well with inner child work as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) to create a map of your inner world that leads to understanding, acceptance, and wisdom that has the ability to transform your life from the inside out.

I am deeply invested in supporting individuals navigating perinatal and postpartum mood fluctuations, fertility and prenatal,  trauma, anxiety and depression, health anxiety/OCD, and grief. I am especially interested in maternal mental health. Our society often neglects to discuss the common occurrence of birth trauma, the mental load of parenting, and the transformative empowerment that can occur with becoming a parent as well as the stressors this transition brings.  

I have worked in adult education for the last 15 years, always having tucked away this desire to help people on a more profound level. I graduated from UC with my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2008, Master of Education in Foundations in Behavior Analysis in 2016. Along the way I became a mother and have experience navigating the joys and challenges of a blended family. I am excited to finally be on the path to fulfilling my true passion which is mental health counseling.