When anxiety, depression, or the effects of trauma become difficult to manage, you may feel like you are spending more energy getting through the day than actually feeling present in it. Worry can take over, your mood may feel harder to lift, or past experiences may continue to affect how you respond to what is happening now. These struggles can leave you wondering what will help and where to begin. I believe treatment starts with understanding what you are experiencing and working together to find an approach that helps you feel more stable and better able to manage your mental health.
Life can feel especially difficult when a transition, past trauma, or challenges within your family begin affecting how you think, feel, and connect with the people around you. At any age or stage of life, it can be frustrating to recognize that something isn’t working while feeling unsure of how to change it. I believe that when one person begins to understand themselves differently and develop healthier patterns, that change can positively affect the relationships and systems around them. Together, we can make sense of what you’re experiencing and find ways to move forward with greater awareness, connection, and confidence.
Sometimes what you are carrying affects more than your mood. It can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, your choices, and your sense of direction. You or your child may be struggling with substance use, looking for care that considers the whole person, or wanting faith to have a place in conversations about mental health. I believe being able to share your story and feel truly listened to can be an important part of understanding what you need and finding a path toward meaningful change.
You may be carrying more than the people around you realize. Trauma, anxiety, burnout, or difficult relationships can leave you feeling exhausted, disconnected, or like you’re constantly trying to hold everything together. Maybe you’ve even tried therapy before but walked away feeling misunderstood or unseen. I know how meaningful it can be to find someone you genuinely connect with - someone who can sit with the difficult emotions without rushing you through them. Healing doesn’t always mean having the right words or immediate answers; sometimes it begins with finally feeling seen, heard, and understood.
Anxiety, depression, or PTSD can make it difficult to feel at ease in your own life. You may find yourself constantly on alert, struggling with a low mood, or dealing with thoughts and emotions that feel difficult to manage. When these experiences start affecting your day-to-day well-being, it can be hard to know what will actually bring relief. I believe mental health care should help you understand what you are experiencing and give you an active role in finding a treatment approach that supports your needs and goals.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in a humanistic perspective. Drawing from Gestalt therapy as well as evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I see therapy as a shared process—one where you remain the expert of your own story. I strive to walk alongside my clients, honoring their strength, autonomy, and cultural backgrounds while fostering an environment where healing, empowerment, and meaningful transformation can take place. I work with individuals ages 14 and up, including teenagers, young adults, and adults at various life stages. I have a strong commitment to trauma-informed, culturally attuned care and am especially passionate about supporting BIPOC clients, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and military service members and their families.
Maybe your child is having a harder time focusing, managing emotions, or keeping up at school—and you’re not sure what’s typical or what needs more support. Or maybe you’re the one feeling distracted, low on energy, or caught in cycles of anxiety that make it hard to feel present. These struggles can leave you feeling uncertain, frustrated, and alone in trying to figure it all out. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I take a holistic and compassionate approach to medication management, working alongside you to understand the full picture—not just the symptoms.
Concerns around body image, eating, or exercise don’t always look obvious from the outside—but inside, they can feel like constant noise. These struggles can touch people of any body type, background, or identity, often surfacing during times of stress or transition. For many, it’s not really about food or movement—it’s about control, self-worth, or trying to feel okay in a shifting world. I earned my MA from Azusa Pacific University in 2015 and work with adults 18+ navigating body image distress, difficulty with exercise or motivation, and the emotional weight of life’s changing seasons.
I am a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the University of San Diego. My approach to patient care is holistic and person-centered, focusing on ensuring that my patients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their journey toward mental wellness. I specialize in the treatment of various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, psychosis, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
You’ve been trying to push through, hoping things will get better with time—but deep down, the weight of anxiety, depression, or substance use feels like it’s pulling you under. Maybe you’re tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns, unsure how to move forward even though you want things to be different. Therapy is a place where change doesn’t have to feel so lonely. Together, we can work on building the kind of steady, supportive foundation that makes growth possible—even when the process feels hard.
Anxiety, ADHD, and low self-esteem can make everyday life feel like an uphill battle—affecting focus, confidence, and the ability to feel at ease in your own skin. Earning my MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from Cal State University, Northridge in 2020 was motivated by one simple, powerful goal: to help others. What drives me every day is seeing my clients grow, adapt, and discover how their unique strengths can become the foundation for lasting change.
