I work with people to claim internal power, and to take charge of your own story, regardless of your age. I have a special passion working with children, teens and their families as they navigate the unpredictable terrain of school, relationships, and identity development. I have worked extensively with youth, adults, and QTIBIPOC folks on life transitions, anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, bipolar, neurodivergence (ADHD and autism), psychosis, mood swings, and relationship issues. My style of therapy is not passive, we will set concrete goals and I'll help you build the skills to achieve them. I utilize cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical (DBT) & trauma-informed approaches, with a focus on mindfulness, holistic healing and play. I also use Brainspotting, a somatic intervention that can help your body process and release remnants of pain that may surface as emotional overwhelm, numbness, low self esteem, body pain, or reduced task performance. I see my mental health work as a liberatory practice to decolonize healing and deconstruct systems of power. I will support you in uncovering creative strategies to break old patterns that are no longer useful. I can help you build a life of inner peace and emotional abundance, and hold space for you in your journey of embracing your authentic self.
Qualifications: | UCLA |
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Academic Suffixes: | LCSW |
Expertise: | ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Asperger |