Special Interests
Approach
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT), Harm reduction, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), Motivational interviewing (MI), Solution-focused, Strengths-based
Therapy Style
I believe it is important for all of us to have a positive support system that allows us to express our thoughts, emotions, and provide skills and techniques to cope with daily life stressors and triggers.
My professional experience includes being a clinician serving youth, adults, and families in both the outpatient and inpatient therapy settings, working at Juvenile Hall, Community Emergency Response Team, Integrated Forensics Team and outpatient therapy. I have had the opportunity to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds, ethnicity, spiritual philosophy, and culture.
I have worked with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, loss & grief, life changes. My goal as a psychologist is to find the best resources, services and tools for each client through building a non-judgmental, caring supportive therapeutic relationship that promotes both physical, mental, and emotional healthy living.
Therapy is an opportunity for members to look at problems from different perspectives and is an excellent tool that allows clients to discuss stressors and problems in a safe and private setting. It is important the client and therapist work as a team to discuss treatment plan options that will provide members with the skills necessary to learn how to react differently towards their problems. During therapy, I encourage clients to speak about their issues to help them find the answers on their own and without judgment.
Education
MFT - Marriage & Family Therapy, California State University
PsyD - Psychology, California Southern University
License Number and State
CA 32591
Pronouns
she/her
Why did you become a mental health professional?
I took a AP psychology class in high school and I was so fascinated with the concept of emotions and behaviors and how they are all intertwined. When I started college In college, I volunteered at some mental health clinics and was amazed at the need of more professionals in this field.
What are your interests outside of work?
I enjoy traveling with family, hiking, cooking, and reading mystery novels.
What book have you read more than once?
The Kite Runner Khaled Hosseini.
Favorite organization/non-profit?
Jakara Movement- supporting the Sikh community with mental health, medical, financial resources.
How do you recharge?
By having some me time every day, waking up early I’m going for a walk.
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Currently we have a pet fish named Pumie, he is a year and a half old and has the same birthday as my best friend.
