Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California with over four years of experience. I earned my Master’s degree from Pacific Oaks College and specialize in supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and the impacts of trauma. My goal is to help you connect with your inner strengths and develop effective coping skills to foster healing and resilience.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our first session, we will focus on understanding your reasons for seeking therapy and how these challenges impact your life. I’ll ask questions to learn about your needs, goals, and hopes for therapy, while also answering any questions you have about my approach and the therapeutic process.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My strength as a therapist lies in building a strong, trusting connection with my clients. I prioritize creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, validated, and supported. With experience helping individuals navigate a wide range of stressors and anxieties, I take a thoughtful and personalized approach. I prioritize collaborating with you to identify the root causes of your challenges and develop a tailored plan designed to help you achieve meaningful and measurable progress.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are committed to a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. I enjoy supporting clients who are open to feedback, motivated to break unhelpful coping patterns, and take intentional steps toward improving their well-being. I value working with individuals who identify as People of Color (POC) and the opportunity to integrate cultural and identity-based influences into the therapeutic process. By examining various aspects of a client's life, we can achieve a deeper understanding of how these factors influence mental health, enabling us to foster meaningful growth and healing.
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Person-centered (Rogerian)
As a therapist using a person-centered approach, I focus on creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen and heard. This approach is centered on the belief that you are the expert in your own life and have the capacity for growth and healing within you. My role is to support and guide you, helping you uncover your strengths, insights, and solutions at your own pace. I prioritize building a trusting relationship that allows you to explore your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. This environment helps you develop greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence in your ability to navigate challenges.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective approach to understanding and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that may be contributing to difficult emotions. I collaborate with you to explore how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. By identifying unhelpful thought patterns, we work on shifting them to more realistic and positive ones. This can help reduce feelings of anxiety, depression, or stress.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
In culturally sensitive therapy, I prioritize understanding and honoring your unique cultural background, values, and experiences. I recognize that your culture plays a significant role in shaping how you view the world, cope with challenges, and experience mental health. My goal is to create a safe, respectful space where you feel seen and understood, not just as an individual but as someone deeply connected to their cultural identity.
Trauma Informed Care
When I use a trauma-informed approach, my focus is on creating a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered and respected throughout the therapeutic process. I understand that trauma can profoundly impact how you see yourself, others, and the world, and it’s essential that our work together recognizes and honors your experiences. I approach therapy with sensitivity, ensuring that you have control over the pace and direction of our work. Together, we’ll focus on building trust, developing coping skills, and helping you feel grounded as we process your experiences.