Licensed to practice in California and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety and 1 more.
New to Grow
I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and major life changes. My goal is to provide a safe, steady space where you can explore what’s holding you back, strengthen your resilience, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want. My work is rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a practical, skills‑based approach that helps you build emotional regulation, strengthen distress tolerance, and develop more effective ways to navigate relationships and daily challenges. In our sessions, we balance acceptance with growth—honoring where you are while actively working toward where you want to be. I provide a steady, non‑judgmental space where you can explore your patterns, learn new tools, and practice real‑world strategies that support lasting transformation. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, capable, and empowered to move forward with clarity and confidence.
The first session isn’t about “fixing” everything. It’s about starting a collaborative process, building trust, and creating a roadmap for change. Most clients leave feeling relieved, clearer, and more hopeful. Getting comfortable — We’ll start with a simple conversation about what brought you in, whether it’s anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, or wanting to make meaningful changes in your life. Understanding your goals — We’ll talk about what “feeling better” or “moving forward” looks like for you. This helps us create a direction that feels personal and achievable. Learning about DBT — I’ll introduce the DBT approach and explain how skills like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness can support you. Exploring your patterns — We’ll look at what’s been happening in your life, how you typically respond to stress, and what strengths you already have. Creating a plan — Together, we’ll outline what our work will look like moving forward, including the types of skills we may practice and how sessions will be structured. Space for questions — You’ll have time to ask anything you’re wondering about—therapy pace, expectations, or how DBT tools fit into everyday life.
My approach is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a practical and evidence‑based method that helps clients build real skills for managing anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions. What makes my work different is the balance I create between compassionate acceptance and active change. You’re not just talking about what’s hard—you’re learning tools you can use immediately in your daily life. I focus on helping you understand your patterns, strengthen your resilience, and develop strategies that support long‑term growth. Sessions are collaborative, structured, and deeply supportive. You’ll leave with clarity, direction, and skills that make a real difference outside the therapy room. Clients often tell me they appreciate the combination of warmth, honesty, and practical guidance. I meet you where you are, honor your lived experience, and help you move toward the life you want with steadiness and intention.
I’m best suited to support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional overwhelm who are ready to make meaningful changes in their lives. I work well with clients who want practical tools, a structured approach, and a therapist who is both warm and direct. I’m a strong fit for people who: **Feel stuck and want guidance moving forward **Struggle with intense emotions and want skills to manage them **Want healthier boundaries and stronger relationships **Are motivated for change and open to practicing DBT skills outside of sessions
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I identify as
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT to help clients build practical skills they can apply right away. Each session blends mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness in a warm, supportive way. You’ll learn tools to manage tough emotions, stay grounded, and communicate more effectively. I keep the process collaborative and focused on real‑life change, encouraging gentle practice between sessions so you can see steady progress in your daily life.
Narrative
I use Narrative Therapy to help clients step back from their struggles and see their story with more clarity and compassion. Instead of viewing anxiety, depression, or overwhelm as personal flaws, we explore them as external challenges that can be understood, named, and changed. In sessions, we look at the stories you’ve been carrying—about your emotions, relationships, or sense of self—and identify the patterns that keep you feeling stuck. Together, we highlight your strengths, values, and moments of resilience so you can begin shaping a new narrative that feels more empowering and aligned with who you want to become. Narrative work pairs naturally with DBT: while DBT gives you skills, Narrative Therapy helps you understand why those skills matter in the context of your life story. This combination supports meaningful, sustainable change.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness‑based therapy to help clients slow down, reconnect with the present moment, and respond to their emotions with more clarity and compassion. Mindfulness gives clients practical tools to notice what’s happening inside them—thoughts, feelings, and body cues—without judgment or overwhelm. I use mindfulness to help clients slow down, notice what they’re feeling, and respond to stress with more calm and clarity. In our sessions, we practice simple grounding exercises that help you stay present instead of getting pulled into worry or overwhelm. Mindfulness teaches you how to pause, breathe, and make choices that support you—rather than reacting on autopilot. It fits naturally with the other tools we use, giving you a steadier foundation for handling tough emotions, anxiety, or low mood. My goal is to help you feel more centered, more aware of what you need, and more able to move through difficult moments with confidence.