"Courage starts with

showing up and

letting ourselves be seen".

-Brené Brown 

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety

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  • Depression

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  • Trauma Therapy

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  • Grief

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  • Mindfulness

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  • Self-Compassion & Self-Esteem

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Individuals, Families, & Couples

While I work with people of all ages and backgrounds in my practice, my years of experience helping teens, foster youth, and foster parents make me a natural fit for families looking for support with adolescents.

Who I Support

My Counseling

Framework

I believe that human beings are far more resilient than they often realize. With person-centered therapy at the heart of my approach, I see every client as the expert of their own story. Simply showing up to counseling is a sign of courage and the first step towards self-compassion and growth. Growth can feel uncomfortable and challenging, but it is through that discomfort that we find meaning, purpose, and the ability to live in alignment with our values.

I often draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which teaches us to relate to our thoughts and feelings with openness rather than resistance. Instead of pushing emotions away, we work together to understand them, clarify what matters most to you, and take steps that bring your actions closer to your values. In this process, discovering meaning becomes a powerful source of healing and hope.

The counselor’s role is to help expand a client’s perspective so they can see the full range of potential meaning in their lives. To do this ethically and effectively, I believe I must first widen my own viewpoint through multicultural counseling.  I am committed to continually learning inside and outside of sessions about cultures, identities, and systems of privilege and oppression. My goal is to create a safe, inclusive space where your experiences are honored and where you feel seen, heard and respected.

Free 15 minute Consultations (Phone)

$50 for 30 minutes (In person & Virtual)

$100 for 55 minutes (In person & Virtual)

I’m part of The Sacramento Counseling Group, which accepts certain insurance plans. Please visit their website for more information.

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