LMFT, 5 years of experience
I received my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (now Sofia University) in 2012. In addition to my graduate training, I hold certifications in Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Somatic Therapy, and yoga instruction. Before beginning my private practice, I worked in a range of clinical and community settings, including psychiatric facilities, community mental health programs, group rehabilitation homes, and correctional institutions. My experience includes supporting migrants, minors, and adults; individuals detoxing from drugs and alcohol; and clients participating in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy integration groups. I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages, gender identities, racial backgrounds, and mental health concerns. In my private practice, I currently focus on working with adults navigating the effects of complex trauma, depression, anxiety, major life transitions, existential questions, chronic illness, neurodivergence, and non-ordinary states of consciousness. Many of the therapeutic modalities I use are those that have deeply transformed my own life. I am passionate about sharing the tools and practices that have supported my healing, in service of others’ growth and our collective wellbeing. I also offer sliding scale options for those who need them—please don’t hesitate to reach out if this would make therapy more accessible for you.
Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and begin building a sense of safety and trust. I’ll invite you to share what brings you to therapy, what’s been challenging, and what you hope to explore or work toward. There’s no pressure to have it all figured out—many people come in simply knowing that something doesn’t feel right or that they’re ready for change. I’ll also share a bit about how I work, answer any questions you may have, and together we’ll begin to shape what therapy might look like for you. This first meeting is less about diving deep into the hardest material right away, and more about creating a space that feels supportive and grounded. You’re welcome to bring anything that feels important—stories, emotions, questions, or simply yourself as you are that day. My goal is for you to leave the session with a sense of being heard, understood, and hopeful about the work ahead.
I work with clients from diverse communities who seek support with challenges related to racial and ethnic identity, major life transitions, and existential questions. My approach is integrative and holistic, drawing from somatic, mindfulness-based, and transpersonal orientations. I also offer psychedelic integration support that is culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, and rooted in reciprocity and respect for Indigenous wisdom and ways of knowing. At the heart of my work is a belief in our innate capacity for healing and wholeness. I hold space for forgiveness, compassion, and patience—for ourselves and for the unique unfolding of our journeys. Together, we explore how the body, mind, and spirit can reconnect in ways that bring a deeper sense of alignment, presence, and vitality. My experience includes supporting individuals navigating depression, trauma, anxiety, and family-of-origin dynamics. In our work, I aim to help you expand the lens through which you see yourself and the world—to recognize the patterns that have shaped you and rediscover the wisdom and strength that have always been within. And while our sessions may touch on profound and sometimes tender territory, I also believe in the healing power of humor. Moments of laughter and lightness are part of being human—and often, they remind us of our own resilience and capacity for joy.
I work with adults who are ready to engage in meaningful, transformative work—whether you’re navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, major life transitions, or questions of identity, purpose, and meaning. I have particular experience supporting clients from BIPOC and multicultural backgrounds, as well as those seeking integration after psychedelic experiences or other non-ordinary states of consciousness. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, uncertain, or ready for change. You don’t need to have all the answers—curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore your inner world are often the most important first steps. For those drawn to deeper reflection, our work can also invite exploration of consciousness, personal growth, and the broader meaning of your experiences. We usually begin by meeting weekly, allowing space to build trust, consistency, and momentum. As you gain insight, confidence, and stability, we can adjust the rhythm of sessions to fit your evolving needs. Therapy with me is both practical and soulful—a place to process challenges, uncover strengths, reconnect with what feels alive, and expand your sense of possibility. Together, we create a space that is compassionate, grounding, and, yes, occasionally lighthearted—because humor and curiosity are powerful allies in the healing journey.
Talk therapy while useful oftentimes has limitations, as it may not allow everyone to look beyond their intellect. Somatic Therapies address this precisely by allowing the body to lend its wisdom, perspective, and insight. Our bodies hold as much of the story as our minds do, and through different exercises (resembling guided meditation) we can encourage a deeper exploration of your experience without rehashing stories you may have told yourselves and others many times. The information revealed can take the form of physical sensations, visions, memories, and other abstract motifs that get around the normal limitations of our waking mind and permit forms of insight otherwise unaccessible.
My original inspiration to study transpersonal psychology was birthed from the depths of some powerfully transformative psychedelic experiences I had while in my undergraduate studies. To some great extent, I am very much still riding the inspiration they bestowed on to me back then. through this metamorphic catharsis I came to understand that spiritual experiences and non-ordinary states of consciousness held great healing potential and are very much indeed a legitimate part of the human experience. Whether its psychedelic integration, dreams, deja vu, precognition, or other sorts of phenomena, I consider it a honor to help you find how to live in balance with these experiences and how they can help make sense within the larger picture of who you are.