Therapy is a safe space that can bring about self-discovery and healing. I take an inclusive approach in my work, where I understand how intersections of culture, sexuality, gender, spirituality, family, environment, and relationships shape our identity and how we experience the world. In therapy, you have a space to let your guard down and explore how various factors at play affect your mental health. You will learn the skills necessary to embrace the full range of your thoughts and emotions, and also incorporate changes that align with your values.

I have specialized training in the treatment of OCD and related disorders, including social anxiety, specific phobias, and health anxiety. I also provide culturally-responsive and affirming therapy to multiethnic, Latinx, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Additionally, I have an interest in working with mental health practitioners seeking their own therapy.

If you’re interested in scheduling a consultation or appointment, please do not hesitate to reach out! I look forward to helping you integrate all aspects of who you are into a healthy whole.

MS - Counseling Psychology, California State University, Bakersfield

CA 122540

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I grew up in a family where mental health was not discussed. I decided to become a therapist to help people overcome the issues plaguing their lives and to be an educator and advocate for individuals and their families in reducing the stigma attached to mental health.

I like reading, traveling, live music, spending time with friends and family, and spoiling my dogs.

I made it a point to read daily. Not only is it great to help me manage stress and improve concentration, but it empowers me to empathize with other people's stories.

Tuesdays With Morrie is a book I often return to. It is a memoir about the author's series of visits to his former sociology professor who is dying of ALS. It is one of the very few books that brings me to tears and explores important and universal themes of life, death, and meaning.