My Story: Journey to Becoming a Therapist
My journey to becoming a therapist began as a lost college student trying to find my footing in the huge world that awaited me outside campus doors. It was a study abroad trip to Ghana that ignited a desire in me to be a fierce advocate for those whose voices couldn’t be heard.
Though I had dreams of becoming a lawyer, I was re-fueled to turn a different career corner by a deep passion for helping others and a natural inclination for leadership.
Throughout my life, I’ve drawn inspiration from those around me—witnessing resilience, compassion, and the power of connection.
These experiences have shaped my commitment to empowering individuals during their most difficult moments, offering guidance and support when it’s needed most.
Who I Work With
I have had the privilege of working with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and walks of life, allowing me to provide culturally informed support and guidance. Additionally, as a Latina social worker, I also bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges and strengths within our community.
My counseling experience has included working with children, teenagers and adults. I have worked in the legal system, nonprofit organizations and schools.
My focus is working with individuals on navigating depressed emotions, anxiety, stress, PTSD, dysmorphia and trauma.
My Therapy Approach
I believe that all individuals have the inherent ability to heal, that through our traditional greatness and positive energy we can overcome the impossible. I believe in the strength within every person, and my goal is to help others recognize and harness that strength to overcome challenges and create positive change in their lives. I have experience using different counseling modalities such as CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, trauma-informed therapy, mindfulness, meditation, etc. to help individuals take control over negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Why Work with Me
- I bring an unwavering commitment to supporting and empowering individuals, understanding that everyone’s story is unique and makes them the special person that they are.
- I approach every session with an open and non-judgemental lens, fostering a conversational space that does not feel like another mundane part of your day.
- I enter every session checking my privilege at the door and entering every space with an anti-racist and anti-oppressive approach.
- I aim to help individuals process trauma and life-changing events, offering pathways toward healing.
- I aim to equip individuals with practical strategies to manage difficult situations more effectively.
- I am a holistic practitioner, recognizing that there are many parts of us that make us whole. It is important to tap into and activate all those parts of us in order to get to a path of healing.
- As your therapist, I will provide support and accountability for setting and achieving personal or professional goals. I will guide you in staying focused and making progress toward positive change.
