New to Grow
Autumn is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. Early in her career, she worked with young adults on a college campus, helping them overcome anxiety, depression, life stage concerns, and transitional challenges. She later joined the Orange County Crisis Assessment Team, where she de-escalated crisis situations, assessed for suicidality, homicidality, and grave disability, and provided competent, trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Alongside this work, Autumn practiced in a private practice setting, supporting couples pacing a wide range of relational challenges, including attachment-style difficulties, communication and conflict resolution struggles, affair reconciliation, and premarital counseling. When working with couples, Autumn utilizes a Gottman-informed approach. When working with individuals, existential therapy is her wheelhouse. She also frequently integrates solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Internal Family Systems, and emotion-focused techniques, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
When working with clients in an individual, couple or family, the first two-three sessions are used to conduct a thorough assessment of the problem, your relationship, or family dynamics. Then we will work together set goals, and create an individualized treatment plan which will address the concerns that brought you in to therapy. I strive to provide my clients with an encouraging environment that inspires them to face their troubles with courage, and aid them in finding the proper tools to bring peace to their life journey.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I believe the struggles of life, when handled with care, offer unique opportunities for growth. It is within pain, suffering, and trial that one discovers meaning, responsibility, and peace. I am passionate about helping people uncover meaning within pain and find peace amidst turmoil. I strive to provide my clients with a therapeutic relationship that is free of judgment and oriented towards truth.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
If you’re feeling disconnected in your relationship, caught in the same arguments, or drifting apart, I’m here to help. It’s more than just resolving conflict—it’s about rebuilding trust, reigniting your emotional bond, and learning how to communicate in ways that foster understanding and compassion. You don’t have to keep repeating the same patterns. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way and give you the tools to create lasting change. If you are looking for pre-marital counseling, I am a certified Prepare and Enrich facilitator which offers a comprehensive relationship assessment and personalized interventions. Using Gottman based techniques, I’ll guide you through practical and useful tools to improve your relationship dynamics. I will help you develop a sense of safety that enables you to be vulnerable and honest in communication with your partner.
Couples Counseling
I have experience supporting couples pacing a wide range of relational challenges, including attachment-style difficulties, communication and conflict resolution struggles, affair reconciliation, and premarital counseling. When working with couples, I utilizes a Gottman-informed approach. If you are struggling to believe your relationship can be saved, I would love to be a part of your journey to healing.
Existential
I believe the struggles of life, when handled with care, offer unique opportunities for growth. It is within pain, suffering, and trial that one discovers meaning, responsibility, and peace. I am passionate about helping people uncover meaning within pain and find peace amidst turmoil. I strive to provide my clients with a therapeutic relationship that is free of judgment and oriented towards truth.