I believe healing begins with feeling genuinely seen, heard, and understood. Therapy is not about fixing who you are—it’s about creating a space where you can safely explore your experiences, better understand yourself, and develop the tools and confidence to navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience. My role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, empathy, and collaboration as we work toward meaningful change. And no, you don’t have to have everything figured out before you walk through the door—that’s kind of the point.

I believe therapy should be rooted in collaboration, cultural humility, and compassion. Every person’s story is different, and I strive to create an inclusive, nonjudgmental environment where your lived experiences, identity, and values are respected. I am especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families, recognizing that every brain works differently and deserves to be understood rather than changed.

I especially enjoy working with children and adolescents navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. I also value partnering with parents and caregivers, recognizing that families grow and heal together. Whether we’re working on emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs, or the everyday adventures (and occasional chaos) of family life, my goal is to help children and families better understand one another and create environments where young people can thrive as their authentic selves rather than feeling pressured to mask who they are.

My approach integrates evidence-based practices including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), while remaining flexible to meet each client’s unique needs. I consider both the emotional and physical ways challenges can show up, recognizing the important connection between mind and body. Because people aren’t one-size-fits-all, therapy shouldn’t be either.

I earned my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Northridge, and I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #161284) and Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC #22423). I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. During my traineeship at Strength United, I provided individual, family, group, and in-home therapy for survivors of trauma and abuse, supporting clients through crisis, life transitions, and relational challenges.

One quote that continues to guide my work comes from Carl Rogers: “The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” I believe healing is rarely linear. Some days growth feels like a breakthrough, and other days it looks like simply making it through the day—and both count. Progress is built through small, meaningful steps, self-compassion, and the willingness to keep moving forward.

Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I would be honored to be part of your journey. Together, we can build the understanding, resilience, and confidence needed to navigate life’s challenges while creating a life that feels more connected, balanced, and aligned with what matters most to you.

Supervised by Alexandra (Lexie) Flores, MA, LMFT, ATR (#111588)