Hello! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California, with a Master’s degree from Florida State University and seven years of experience. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, acute and chronic illness, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, direct, and rooted in your strengths. I believe in open communication—if I have a question, I’ll ask it directly rather than make assumptions. In our work together, my goal is to equip you with practical coping strategies and support you in finding resilience and meaning, no matter what challenges you’re facing. Therapy with me is a space where honesty, growth, and empowerment go hand in hand.
During our first session together, clients can anticipate a warm and welcoming environment aimed at fostering trust and rapport. I will begin by introducing myself and explaining the therapeutic process, including confidentiality and your rights as a client. I will encourage you to share your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, and any pertinent background information. You can expect me to ask questions to gain a deeper understanding of your concerns, emotions, and experiences. Together, we'll work collaboratively to establish a treatment plan tailored to your needs and discuss what to expect in future sessions. I will prioritize creating a safe space where you will feel heard, validated, and supported.
As a provider, my greatest strengths lie in my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel genuinely seen and supported. I bring a balanced approach that is both direct and empathetic, allowing me to ask the hard questions while maintaining compassion and respect for each person’s unique journey. My background in medical social work has equipped me to handle complex, high-stress situations with calm and clarity, while my clinical expertise helps me guide clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, and major life changes. I’m deeply attuned to the strengths that clients already possess, and I focus on helping them harness those strengths to foster resilience, insight, and lasting change. Above all, I am committed to being an active, collaborative partner in the therapeutic process, always centering the client’s goals and values.
I’m best positioned to support individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by life transitions, grief, coping with chronic or acute medical conditions, or experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety. Many of my clients are navigating high-stress environments—whether that's managing caregiving responsibilities, adjusting to a new diagnosis, or balancing personal and professional demands—and are looking for a therapist who can offer both empathy and practical tools.
Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help clients manage conditions such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or adjusting to a life change, enhancing overall well-being. I employ CBT techniques such as cognitive restructuring and behavioral activation to empower clients in managing their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through collaborative exploration, I assist clients in identifying and challenging maladaptive patterns, fostering meaningful and lasting change.
I apply Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to facilitate rapid and goal-oriented progress with clients. Utilizing SFBT techniques, I prioritize identifying and amplifying clients' strengths and resources, fostering a collaborative and empowering therapeutic environment. Through targeted questioning and goal-setting, I assist clients in envisioning and working towards achievable solutions to their presenting issues.
I integrate Mindfulness-Based Therapy to promote clients' emotional well-being and self awareness. I guide clients in cultivating present-moment awareness through mindfulness techniques such as meditation, breathing exercises, and body scans. By paying attention, on purpose, to the present moment without judgement, I help clients develop greater resilience to stress and anxiety.
I incorporate exploring a client's early childhood experiences and unconscious motivations to understand how these factors influence their current behavior and emotional state. This could help clients identify and work through repressed emotions and internal conflicts that are impacting their mental health.
Everyone has negative thoughts. Utilizing ACT helps clients to develop psychological flexibility, encouraging them to embrace rather than avoid difficult emotions and experiences as part of their journey toward a more meaningful life.