It’s already hard enough to sit in feelings of uncertainty, hurt, or frustration. It’s even more difficult to accept vulnerability and reach out for support when we tend to fear judgement. Therapy has been portrayed as a stigma towards mental illness, but there’s more to the therapeutic process than just “treating an illness”. To me, therapy is about: Release, Relief, and Recovery. I provide a safe and comfortable atmosphere to help my clients release any struggling emotion they may have harbored inside. Whether it stems from events that occurred in childhood or events in their general day to day, I am there to process emotions and thoughts with you while giving you alternative perspectives to reflect on if needed. Processing released emotions bring relief which then allows me to guide my clients to adopt and utilize new tools and skills towards recovery.

I work with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families to gain insight into what they need to better themselves and live a more balanced life. My work includes guidance towards empowerment in order to confidently embrace who you are and who you want to be in the world. I focus on communication and how it can positively impact your relationships while teaching you about self-compassion as well as accountability. I will teach you skills you can take with you beyond the hour of the therapy session. My specialties include: anxiety, communication, couples, inner child work, mindfulness, play therapy and trauma.

Processing difficult emotions can be painful, but it doesn’t mean you need to do it alone. Every therapy session is approached with cultural sensitivity and openness. Together we can get through this! Feel free to call me for a free phone consultation so that I can answer any questions you might have.

Education:

• Pepperdine University School of Education & Psychology
• DBT certified

Experience:

• Private Practice, Van Nuys, CA
• Private Practice, Santa Monica, CA
   

Memberships:

• California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)

License:

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lic. #00000