Licensed to practice in California and accepts 66 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, First Responders/Healthcare Workers, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
(she/her)
I started my journey into psychotherapy back in 2005. Over the years, I have learned a great deal regarding how much our lives are impacted by how we see the world, and what we focus on. I have learned that focusing on the present moment, and enjoying each moment for what it offers can be priceless. I have learned, and now teach others how to live mindfully, not in the past or the future, but in the present moment, as when we leave the present moment is when our suffering begins. I have extensive experience in trauma, and overcoming traumas, as well as approaching the world from a cultural perspective. Based on experience, I have seen that we see the world through the sense of our cultural forefathers, and therefore, sometimes we need to adjust our interpretation of what we see and experience. I have been amazed at the tenacity and strength of the human spirit, and I cannot disregard the presence of an all knowing, encompassing presence of a higher being in our lives. It is for this reason that I encourage patients to look at the world from multiple points of view. Sometimes changing the lens with which we look at the world, can make all the difference in what we see and feel.
In our first session, we will start with introductions, and I would like to learn about how I can help you with the issues you are experiencing. I always teach the most basic of calming exercises during that first session, so that you walk away from the session with something that will help you gain at least a little control of the thoughts and emotions that can sometimes overwhelm a person.
Having worked primarily with trauma for the past 19 years, I am very well aware of the significant impact trauma can have on ones life, its can be utterly debilitating. It is for this reason that I hold a special place in my heart for First-Responders, and have had experience in helping first responders overcome the traumas they have experience, and have helped then return to former levels of functioning. I have been trained in EMDR, and Cognitive Processing Therapy, which are two of the primary techniques utilized to treat persons with trauma. Also, because I have significant experience in a theoretical model that looks at how our upbringing has influenced our present ability to function, I am able to help the patient delve into past experiences that lead to current beliefs and ways of functioning that may be keeping you from meeting your goals, whether your goal is to overcome your trauma, or if your goal is to return to work full duty, I can help.
I love working with Trauma, and those who have suffered a trauma, either daily small t traumas, or big T traumas. I have a special place in my heart for first-responders as they face traumatic experiences every day. I have been fortunate in that I have seen many people overcome their fears and anxieties, and watched them learn how to manage the memories, and thoughts of the trauma that keep them from growing and thriving in their life. I especially like working with adults who work in all fields, but especially working with individuals who have experienced or witnessed trauma in the work place.
Cash - $140 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
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 - Medicare
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (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
I am certified in EMDR, and utilize it to treat patients who have experienced Trauma. I find it highly effective at helping patient overcome thoughts or memories of the trauma, I is also frequently utilized with first-responders in processing their traumatic experiences. I have found EMDR to be especially helpful with first-responders and processing the traumas they have experienced.
I have utilized cognitive processing therapy for the past couple of years, and found that the structure of the process appeals to patients who feel they need more structure in processing their traumas.
As a Latina, I understand the significant role that culture may play in a persons mental health, and I understand that Western standards for behavior, and or diagnosis, may be different for persons who express themselves based on other cultural norms. My experience is not just limited to Latino culture, as my Doctoral dissertation focused entirely on providing culturally competent psychotherapy to all individuals.
Mindful practice plays a significant role in the therapy that I provide, as I believe that we suffer when we focus on the past, or focus on the future. Mindfulnesss allows us to live in the present, and the here and now, and quiet the mind of worries, and or ruminations.
Understanding one self, and understanding the functioning of the brain, is important for patients to understand how and why the brain and body are responding the way they are to triggers or reminders of the trauma.
3 ratings with written reviews
June 17, 2026
I am gaining a lot from my therapy, my anxiety and depression is so much better. My ADHD is the only thing I am still challenged with…
February 26, 2025
Trinidad is amazing!
February 13, 2025
I love that she listens to what I’m needing that day based on what I’m sharing and she is always mindful and attentive to the things I’m feeling or sharing. She is very application based which I love so I can apply the strategies to my everyday life.