Hi! I'm a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of Southern California and have been practicing for 6 years. I specialize in helping individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and conduct issues. I also support individuals struggling with life transitions and stress related symptoms. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and focused on empowering clients to develop the skills needed for lasting positive change.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, I'll create a welcoming space where you can share your story at your own pace. We'll discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any immediate concerns you'd like to address. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and with a sense of hope about the work we'll do together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strength lies in my deep empathy and compassion. Having worked extensively with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma, I've developed the ability to build rapport quickly even with reluctant clients. I blend evidence-based techniques with a warm, non-judgmental approach that helps clients feel safe exploring difficult emotions. My bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish enable me to connect with diverse populations.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am passionate about working with adolescents and young adults navigating complex challenges in their formative years. My clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or past trauma that impacts their daily functioning. They're seeking guidance through difficult transitions like school pressures, college decisions, or establishing independence. Many struggle with identity formation, peer relationships, or family conflicts but have a desire for growth despite feeling stuck.
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Psychodynamic
In my practice, I utilize psychodynamic therapy to help clients explore underlying patterns and unresolved conflicts that may be influencing their current experiences. By examining how past relationships and experiences shape present behaviors, we work together to increase self-awareness and develop new perspectives. This approach allows for deeper emotional understanding and meaningful, lasting change as clients gain insight into unconscious patters that may be affecting their relationships and personal growth.
Neurofeedback
I integrate Neurofeedback techniques to help clients develop greater awareness and control over their physiological responses to stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Using specialized monitoring equipment, I guide clients to observe their body's signals in real-time, allowing them to recognize patterns and learn self-regulation strategies. This evidence-based approach is particularly effective for managing anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress-related conditions, sleep disturbances, Trauma, ADHD, ASD.
Trauma-Focused CBT
I utilize TF-CBT to help clients process and heal from traumatic experiences through a structured, evidence-based approach. This method combines cognitive restructuring with trauma narrative development to address trauma symptoms, negative thought patterns, and emotional regulation difficulties. I create a safe, collaborative environment where clients can gradually develop coping skills, process traumatic memories, and integrate these experiences into a healthier narrative.
Motivational Interviewing
I employ MI by using reflective listening and open-ended questions to guide clients to identify their own motivations for change rather than imposing external pressure.
Psychoeducation
I incorporate psychoeducation as a foundation element in my therapeutic approach, providing clients with evidence-based information about their conditions, symptoms, and treatment options. I find that increasing knowledge reduces stigma, normalizes experiences, and enhances motivation for positive change.