I’m a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, having worked in a range of settings, including intensive home services, outpatient clinics, and school-based environments. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of providing care to youth, families, and adults from diverse backgrounds, including neurodivergent communities, system-involved youth, and adult children of immigrants. My work is deeply informed by a commitment to trauma-informed care, systemic healing, and equity, and I believe that healing is a collective, community-centered process. I specialize in supporting clients through experiences of intergenerational trauma, systemic inequities, and relational challenges, helping them understand how these patterns impact their well-being. My approach is holistic and client-centered, integrating modalities like somatic therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Structural Family Therapy to provide personalized care. I focus on empowering clients to reconnect with themselves, their values, and their communities while addressing the ways in which trauma and systemic barriers have shaped their lives. Whether working with individuals, families, or communities, I aim to create a space where clients feel safe, heard, and respected. I help clients develop coping skills, resilience, and self-awareness, while also supporting the healing of relational dynamics within families and communities. I believe that healing is not just about individual transformation—it’s about creating systemic change that allows individuals to thrive within their environments. I am committed to helping clients break free from limiting beliefs and unhealthy patterns, enabling them to move forward with greater clarity, empowerment, and connection to themselves and others. Ultimately, my work is about fostering sustainable, long-term healing that prioritizes collective care, justice, and equity for all.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
At the first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you will feel heard, seen, and respected. I’ll begin by getting to know you, learning about your story, and understanding what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about the challenges you’re facing, your goals for therapy, and any concerns you may have. My approach is collaborative, so we’ll discuss how I can best support you and work together to find solutions that align with your needs and values. We’ll also take time to discuss the logistics of therapy, including confidentiality, treatment options, and what you can expect moving forward. My priority is to ensure you feel safe and comfortable, so I’ll encourage you to ask any questions and share what feels important to you. While our first session will be focused on building trust and laying the foundation for our work together, you can also expect to begin exploring the things that matter most to you—whether that’s trauma, family dynamics, identity, or navigating systemic challenges. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported, validated, and empowered to take the first step toward healing.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider lie in my deep empathy, systemic understanding, and commitment to collective healing. I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where you feel both seen and heard. I know that each person’s story is unique, and I’m attuned to the different ways intergenerational trauma, systemic inequities, and cultural disconnection shape your experience. I take a holistic approach in my work, drawing on various therapeutic modalities like somatic therapy, narrative therapy, and family systems therapy to meet you where you are and support your healing in a way that feels right for you. My goal is to help you address not only your personal challenges but also the systemic barriers that impact your life, so you can move toward greater self-compassion, empowerment, and agency. I’m also passionate about mentorship and community engagement, which means that my work goes beyond individual therapy. I’m deeply invested in transforming systems and fostering collective healing. I’m here to help you break free from generational cycles and reconnect with your power in ways that feel authentic to you. My approach is grounded in compassion and care, and I’m committed to walking alongside you as you navigate your journey toward healing and transformation.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
If you're someone navigating intergenerational trauma, systemic inequities, or relational challenges, I'm here to support you. Whether you're an individual, youth, or part of a family, I work with people from diverse backgrounds, including BIPOC folx and adult children of immigrants, to help heal from the wounds of the past. If you've been affected by family dynamics, cultural disconnection, or systemic oppression, I understand how these experiences shape your life, and together, we can work through them. I’m passionate about helping people like you break generational cycles, heal within family systems, and reclaim your personal and collective power. I center equity, resilience, and community connection in my approach, and my goal is to help you rediscover your strengths, build healthier relationships, and navigate life transitions with self-compassion and agency. Healing is not just about you as an individual; it’s about transforming the systems and patterns that impact your well-being. In our work together, we will create a space where you feel heard, empowered, and supported on your journey to healing and growth.
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Trauma Informed Care
In my practice, I approach healing through a Trauma-Informed Care framework, recognizing that trauma impacts not just individuals but also families and communities. This means creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered, while also acknowledging the systemic and historical factors that shape their experiences. I prioritize collaboration, choice, and cultural responsiveness, ensuring that care is not only supportive but also honors each client’s strengths and agency. Whether in therapy, mentorship, or community work, my goal is to foster healing environments that move beyond symptom management toward resilience, self-determination, and collective care.
Somatic
I integrate somatic therapy to help clients reconnect with their bodies as a vital part of the healing process. Trauma often lives in the body, showing up as tension, dysregulation, or disconnection, so I guide clients in building awareness of their physical responses, regulating their nervous system, and cultivating a sense of safety within themselves. Through grounding techniques, breathwork, and movement, I support clients in releasing stored trauma and reclaiming their capacity for presence and resilience. My approach is gentle, collaborative, and attuned to each client’s pace, ensuring that somatic work feels empowering rather than overwhelming. Whether working with individuals or families, I weave somatic practices into therapy to foster deep healing, embodied self-trust, and sustainable well-being.
Narrative
I use narrative therapy to help clients reclaim their stories and redefine their identities beyond trauma, oppression, or limiting beliefs. I believe that the stories we carry—shaped by personal experiences, family legacies, and systemic influences—can either confine us or become a source of empowerment. Through exploration and re-authoring, I support clients in separating themselves from problem-saturated narratives, uncovering their strengths, and reshaping their relationships to their experiences. My approach is collaborative and deeply affirming, centering each client as the expert of their own life. Whether working with individuals or communities, I use narrative therapy to honor lived experiences, disrupt harmful narratives, and create space for self-determination, resilience, and transformation.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients navigate challenges with greater flexibility, self-compassion, and alignment with their values. Rather than avoiding discomfort or difficult emotions, I guide clients in building awareness, accepting their experiences without judgment, and taking meaningful action toward the life they want to create. Through mindfulness, cognitive defusion, and values-based goal setting, I support clients in breaking free from unhelpful patterns, reconnecting with what matters most, and fostering resilience. My approach is both practical and reflective, helping clients develop the tools to move through life’s complexities with intention, authenticity, and self-trust.
Structural Family Therapy
I integrate Structural Family Therapy to help clients navigate family roles, boundaries, and relational dynamics that impact their well-being. I recognize that healing isn’t just about the individual—it’s about understanding how family structures shape patterns of connection, conflict, and support. Through this lens, I help clients identify unspoken rules, shift power dynamics, and create healthier, more flexible relationships. Whether working with individuals or families, my goal is to foster clarity, strengthen boundaries, and support clients in reshaping relational patterns so they can experience greater stability, autonomy, and connection.