New to Grow
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles, and my Master’s degree in Social Work with a focus on Adult Mental Health and Wellness from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with clients ages 5 to 65 from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, with specialties in domestic violence, grief, and trauma. I provide a warm, empowering, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel safe to explore their experiences. Using a blend of CBT, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy, I help clients build practical coping skills, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other and creating a space where you feel comfortable and heard. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any challenges you’ve been facing. I’ll ask some questions to better understand your experiences, but you are always in control of what you share and at what pace. Together, we’ll begin identifying helpful tools and outline a plan that feels supportive and aligned with your needs.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strengths include creating a warm, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to be themselves, while also providing practical, solution-focused support. I integrate CBT, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based approaches to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With experience in domestic violence, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression, I am skilled at helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used by helping clients recognize how their thoughts influence their feelings and actions. This process allows clients to develop healthier coping strategies and behavioral responses.
Trauma Informed Care
Moving at client's pace, being mindful to potential triggers or re-traumatization, emphasizing safety and trust, along with empowerment, collaboration, and transparency.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Focusing on collaboration with clients to build solutions to empower them to reach goals, gain clarity, build confidence, and create practical, achievable steps towards change.