New to Grow
I have 7 years of experience helping adults, young adults, and families. I'm licensed in CA and hold additional certification in EMDR therapy. I spent 20 years working in higher education before transitioning into the therapist role. In my free time, I enjoy connecting with nature and playing with pets, scuba diving, salsa dancing, improv and theatre, reading and exploring our muticultural world through travelling with my globalized family. Я так же говорю на русском і розмовляю українскою мовою.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. We will work on understanding what's holding you back, and identify your strengths and coping strategies before we move into processing and deeper work.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My approach is collaborative; I enjoy meeting all parts of the person, providing a non-judgmental space for processing, healing, and self-acceptance. If you are a Christian and would like to incorporate your faith into therapy process, please let me know.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
If you struggle with relationships, life changes, the complexities of immigration and cultural transitions, feeling low mood, anxiety or went through trauma - I would love to offer my help.
EMDR
My primary approach is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an effective, evidence-based therapy for trauma and distressing events. We will focus on building resources first, then using EMDR to help your brain process difficult memories. The goal is to create lasting shifts, moving you beyond what's holding you back to live an authentic and fulfilled life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
"I also often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better.