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Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California. I received my Master's Degree from Capella University and have been practicing for 5 years. I am certified in Equine Assisted-Psychotherapy through EAGALA, and love to implement the presence of horses in sessions when possible for clients in Riverside county and surrounding areas. I help families and individuals navigate life's challenges by providing a supportive space to explore experiences, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions then I will want to know some background information of what brings you to therapy. In order to create a treatment plan unique to your needs, I will want to know what your goals are for our time together.
As a former first responder, I have seen and heard some of the most devastating things humanity has to offer. With that, I am able to explore trauma with my clients and manage crisis if necessary. Being able to create an environment for my clients to explore the darkest areas of life can help expose the roots of unhealthy coping skills and lead to a path of resilience.
I enjoy working with Veterans, First Responders and their families. As a former first responder, I have a unique perspective of the toll that trauma exposure can take on individuals and their families. My clients are typically experiencing anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, substance abuse, relationship distress, and ideas of self-harm.
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Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
Evernorth
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Scripps Health Plan
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I incorporate Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify their strengths and focus on practical steps toward achieving their goals. By emphasizing solutions rather than problems, I empower individuals to envision a preferred future and take meaningful actions to create lasting change.
Attachment-based
I use attachment-based therapy to help clients explore the impact of early relationships on their current emotional patterns and connections. I guide individuals in building healthier bonds, enhancing self-awareness, and strengthening relationships.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I implement Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. By focusing on balancing acceptance and change, I empower individuals to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and confidence.
1 rating with written reviews
May 1, 2025
Appreciated her authentic approach.