Hi! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California with over 12 years of experience. I hold degrees from UC Berkeley, the University of Chicago, and Carnegie Mellon. My practice encompasses a wide variety of clients, including those managing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am dedicated to helping individuals from diverse backgrounds achieve their fullest potential by building the skills for resilience to overcome these life challenges. T
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our initial session, we'll begin with brief introductions and then explore the specific challenges you're encountering. This approach allows me to develop a customized plan to address your needs, which we’ll work through in our subsequent sessions. This could include identifying the problems and collaboratively outlining goals.
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Through personalized and empathetic support, a non-judgmental environment, and personability, I’ve positively impacted many lives, guiding clients toward greater resilience, self-discovery, and fulfillment. I’ve honed a proven approach to assist you in uncovering the underlying issues you face and crafting a personalized strategy that drives tangible results.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
For teenagers, I provide a supportive environment to address feelings of being stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious about their futures. Through CBT, I work with them to identify negative thought patterns and develop practical strategies for managing stress and building resilience. For young professionals and experienced leaders, I use CBT to help them overcome career-related stress, work-life balance issues, and feelings of being overwhelmed. My approach includes identifying the root causes of their challenges and creating tailored plans to achieve measurable progress and improve overall well-being. Additionally, I support individuals facing the impacts of historical oppression by using CBT techniques to foster resilience and empowerment, equipping them with the tools and skills needed to thrive despite adversity. In our initial session, we’ll start with introductions and then delve into the specific challenges you’re facing, allowing me to craft a personalized CBT-based plan to guide our work together in future sessions.
Gottman method
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience, I specialize in couples therapy using the Gottman Method. This evidence-based approach is designed to help couples strengthen their relationships and address various challenges. In our sessions, I focus on helping couples improve their communication, manage conflict more effectively, and build a deeper emotional connection. The Gottman Method emphasizes practical tools and strategies for fostering trust, enhancing intimacy, and creating a more fulfilling partnership. For couples seeking to resolve specific issues or navigate difficult transitions, I use techniques from the Gottman Method to identify underlying concerns, improve understanding, and implement actionable solutions. By focusing on both emotional and practical aspects of relationships, I work with couples to achieve lasting positive change and strengthen their bond. In our initial session, we’ll start with introductions and discuss the specific challenges you’re facing as a couple. This will help me develop a tailored Gottman Method-based plan to guide our work together and support your relationship goals.
Racial trauma treatment
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience, I specialize in addressing racial trauma through a compassionate and evidence-based approach. My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals who are grappling with the effects of racial trauma and its impact on their well-being. Using a variety of therapeutic techniques, including trauma-informed care and culturally sensitive practices, I help clients process their experiences, understand the effects of racial trauma, and build resilience. I work collaboratively with individuals to develop coping strategies, foster self-empowerment, and address the emotional and psychological challenges stemming from racial discrimination and systemic oppression. In our initial session, we’ll begin with introductions and explore the specific experiences and challenges related to racial trauma that you’re facing. This will enable me to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs, helping you navigate these challenges and work toward healing and personal growth.