During times of transition, and emotional distress, therapy can help with symptom reduction, and help improve our daily functioning and relationships. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Hawaii with over fifteen years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked extensively with adolescents, young adults, parents, as well as individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, learning difficulties, trauma, parenting and relationship issues. I take a strength-based approach that is compassionate, collaborative, culturally inclusive, and trauma-informed. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming stress, relationship issues, difficulty managing anxiety, self-doubt, or depressive symptoms, I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can learn more about yourself, explore healthier ways of coping, heal, and thrive.
In our initial meeting, you can expect a welcoming and supportive space where we’ll begin to build rapport, and explore what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions to learn more about your experiences, goals, family history as it relates to any current challenges you’re facing. It's also a really great time to learn about your strengths, interests, and current coping to identify resiliency factors. Collaboratively, we will develop a unique plan aligned with your desires outcomes and goals.
As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space where clients from diverse backgrounds feel seen, heard and understood. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of the impact of trauma, generational patters, and the impact family dynamics can have on our well-being and relationships. Together we’ll explore patterns, build insight, and support meaningful change, at your pace and in your voice. I use an integrative approach of evidenced based practices tailored to your specific needs.
I really enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and individuals in need of support to manage life stressors, burnout, relational problems, anxiety, depression and untreated trauma. Clients who are open to healing and positive change. I am a bilingual Spanish/English speaking therapist and offer culturally attune and inclusive services.
Trauma Informed Care
As a trauma informed care provider, it is important to consider and evaluate the potential impact of trauma on our current symptoms, behavioral patterns, and relationships. Through the use of techniques intended to support emotional regulation, grounding, empowerment and resiliency factors to support wellness and relational functioning. Creating safe space to foster trustworthiness and transparency in the therapeutic relationship.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidenced-based modality, widely used to treat and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety. Techniques are helpful in understanding the thoughts and feelings that drive behavior. In doing this we can identify thought patterns and consider healthier ways of thinking.