My interest in psychology began in school, where I became deeply curious about what drives human behavior and emotion. Over time, that curiosity evolved into a calling, as I realized how much I valued being a calm, patient, and supportive presence for others. What began as a natural ability to listen has grown into a meaningful career helping people explore what motivates them and move toward positive change.

Some days, just getting through feels like a full-time job. Maybe your thoughts won’t slow down, your body feels heavy with exhaustion, or painful memories surface when you least expect them. Anxiety, depression, and trauma can leave you feeling stuck—trapped in cycles that are hard to name, let alone break. If you're holding all of this quietly, you're not alone. In therapy, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you—gently exploring what’s been overwhelming and finding new ways to relate to yourself with strength, care, and hope.

Even when you’re doing your best, life can feel heavy—like you’re stuck in a loop of overthinking, lingering sadness, or not quite feeling like yourself. Maybe anxiety won’t quiet down, or you’re having a hard time adjusting to change. When things pile up, it’s easy to lose sight of your own strength and start questioning whether things will ever feel different. I believe deeply in the power of choice—and that healing works best when you feel in control of the process.

You’re managing a lot, and on the outside, it might seem like you’re doing fine—but inside, it’s a different story. Maybe anxiety has you feeling on edge, or you’re adjusting to a major life shift that’s left you feeling unmoored. If you’re navigating postpartum changes, the emotional landscape can be especially confusing and isolating. Whatever you're carrying, you don’t have to sort through it alone. Therapy offers a chance to pause, reflect, and begin making sense of what’s happening—so that healing and meaningful change become possible.

Our stories often reveal what we value most, the challenges we face, and the fears we might have. I believe it is through sharing and listening to these stories that we connect with others and create an environment where trust, true connection, and thus healing, can flourish.

If you're navigating life transitions, trauma, or anxiety and resonate with my approach, let's connect and embark on this journey of healing and growth together.

Somewhere along the way, you may have started to feel like you're barely keeping up—with your emotions, your child’s needs, or the invisible weight you carry every day. When anxiety, trauma, or big feelings take over, they can disconnect us from ourselves and the people we love most. For children, these struggles often show up in ways that are hard to explain but impossible to ignore. And for parents, it can be heartbreaking to watch and not know how to help. I’ve always believed in the power of understanding—to truly see someone, and to be seen—and that belief is what first drew me to this work.

Some pain doesn’t show up all at once—it builds slowly. Maybe it’s the weight of anxiety that keeps you on edge, the numbness of depression that won’t lift, or the pull of addiction that leaves you feeling stuck in cycles you don’t want to repeat. You might not even remember the last time you felt fully present. I became a therapist because I’ve always been drawn to people’s inner strength, even when they’re at their most overwhelmed. Early on, I worked with those experiencing homelessness, and that experience continues to shape how I show up: with respect, curiosity, and a deep belief in your capacity to heal.

My clients seek therapy for a variety of reasons including mood dysregulation, difficulty adjusting to life changes, low self-esteem, relational problems, and general feelings of malcontent. I hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University Dominguez Hills and have experience working with a variety of populations across community mental health, private practice, and school-based settings.

Sometimes it’s hard to name exactly what’s wrong—you just know something feels off. Maybe your relationships feel strained, or you find yourself stuck in cycles of self-doubt, emotional reactivity, or needing to stay constantly guarded. Often, these patterns are rooted in old attachment wounds or unresolved trauma, even if the past feels far away. What’s been most meaningful to me in this work is witnessing the quiet but powerful changes that unfold when people start turning toward their pain with compassion instead of avoidance.

When your mind feels like a minefield—mood swings, racing thoughts, or a constant edge of anxiety—it’s easy to feel like you're too much and not enough at the same time. Depression, anxiety, or traits of borderline personality can make even ordinary days feel unpredictable and overwhelming. If you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive” or feel like you’re always trying to hold it together, you’re not alone. I became a therapist because I grew up close to the realities of mental illness and substance use—and that lit a fire in me to be part of the healing, not just witness the harm.

You're doing your best to keep everything together, but inside, it feels like you're constantly bracing for something to go wrong. Maybe anxiety is running the show, or unresolved trauma still echoes in your relationships, leaving you disconnected from others—and yourself. It's exhausting trying to manage it all without the safety and support you need. I work with individuals who feel stuck in these painful patterns, helping them make sense of their experiences and move toward a steadier, more connected version of themselves.