“How often do you find yourself doing things that you should do rather than things that you want to do? Our experiences shape who we are and the decisions that we make in life; I wonder how many of those decisions were things that you genuinely wanted to do? My goal for us is that we can work together to shape a more genuine future for yourself, your family, and your relationships based off your genuine wants and desires. My approach to therapy is collaboration and motivation; if you aren’t ready to work on something, we will address it when you are ready! Our sessions will be at your pace, with a non-judgmental listener, I’m here for you! My main styles are based off of Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and when working with families I take a more Systemic approach.

I grew up in Southern California, going to school at Hope International University where I majored in Psychology and minored in Biblical Studies, and then went to their graduate program for a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I did my internship at Azusa Pacific University Community Counseling
Center and worked mainly with depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, intimacy issues, and some substance use. I then spent some time in Stockton, California where I worked with clients affected by homelessness and schizophrenia in a residential setting. Most recently, I was in Placentia with clients that have personality disorders and those with self-harm or suicidal ideation.

 

My areas of experience vary a wide range; however, my passions lie with couples and families, working on boundaries and assertive communication. I am working towards becoming a certified sex therapist, learning how we can create intimacy beyond the bedroom, being able to accurately communicate your wants and desires, and overcoming infidelity is just the beginning of what I hope we can conquer together!

Supervised by : Holly Homeyer LCSW