Licensed to practice in California and accepts 22 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Grief, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hello and welcome. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I believe therapy can be a meaningful step toward restoring balance, reconnecting with joy, and living a more fulfilling life. I hold a Doctorate in Psychology and bring over 13 years of clinical experience across in-home services, outpatient clinics, and telehealth. I have supported individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, and major life transitions. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and collaborative, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Psychoeducation, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools for lasting growth and well-being. As a bilingual therapist with a multicultural perspective, I bring compassion, cultural sensitivity, and care to each session. Whether you are navigating a difficult season, healing from past experiences, or seeking greater balance, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we can work toward meaningful change and greater emotional well-being.
During our first session, we will review important information about the therapy process, including ethical standards, treatment guidelines, and the scope of services. It is also an opportunity for us to get to know one another and for me to share more about my therapeutic approach. I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating or overwhelming. My goal is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where you feel comfortable, respected, and heard. Together, we will discuss your concerns, explore your symptoms and experiences, and identify your unique needs and goals. This information will help us develop a personalized treatment plan that supports your growth, healing, and overall well-being. My role is to walk alongside you throughout this process, offering guidance, support, and practical tools as you move toward meaningful change.
My strength as a provider is rooted in compassion, empathy and care. It draws from ongoing experience in diverse settings, with the ability to listen to your unique story without making judgements. I strive to be relatable and make therapy engaging, ensuring that I focus not only on overcoming challenges but also on celebrating the positive aspects of life.
I primarily work with adults navigating trauma, burnout, and life transitions, with a focus on supporting sensitive individuals in an often overstimulating world. While I am comfortable working with diverse populations across the lifespan, my primary clinical focus spans adolescence through older adulthood. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals facing complex or overwhelming life changes, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related stress, and adjustment challenges related to role shifts or significant life events. I also work with clients in crisis who are seeking stabilization, clarity, and practical coping tools, as well as those struggling with work–life balance and emotional distress. In my work, I aim to provide compassionate, structured care that helps clients move toward greater stability, resilience, and empowerment during pivotal seasons of life. I especially enjoy helping individuals shift from feeling stuck or overwhelmed toward a stronger sense of agency and self-understanding. If you are here, you may already be considering therapy as a next step. Reaching out can take courage, and I encourage you to honor that first step toward support and healing.
I identify as
Cash - $135 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Arlo
Blue Cross
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Scripps Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been a foundational treatment modality in my clinical work. My experience with CBT has shaped the way I conceptualize patient concerns, structure sessions, and support meaningful, measurable change. I value CBT for its evidence-based framework, collaborative nature, and practical tools that empower patients to better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Strength-Based
My clinical work is grounded in a strength-based treatment approach, which focuses on identifying, affirming, and building upon each patient’s existing abilities, resilience, and internal resources. Rather than centering solely on deficits or pathology, I intentionally highlight patients’ coping skills, past successes, cultural values, support systems, and personal strengths as foundational tools for growth and healing. Overall, my use of the strength-based treatment modality promotes empowerment, resilience, and meaningful change by honoring patient’s inherent capacity for growth.
Psychoeducation
I integrate psychoeducation to help normalize therapeutic experiences, reduce stigma, and empower patients to take an active role in their own care. In incorporating psychoeducation, it offers insight into the underlying science of mental health in a way that feels supportive rather than overwhelming. My goal is to help patients make informed connections between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and overall functioning. I believe psychoeducation is a powerful tool in the therapeutic process.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) as a goal-oriented, collaborative treatment approach that emphasizes clients’ strengths and existing resources. Moreover, this modality has shown me that meaningful change can occur when clients are supported in identifying what is already working in their lives and building upon those successes. Therefore, I use SFBT by helping clients clarify their goals early in treatment and define what improvement would realistically look like for them. It aligns with my belief that clients are the experts in their own lives, and that therapy can be both efficient and impactful when we focus on practical solutions and achievable steps toward change.