You have been through so much in your life, moments of despair that you thought you had overcome. But now you're feeling overwhelmed again. It feels like an endless cycle. You thought the pain was over, but it never seems to completely go away. Whether you're going through a divorce, grappling with feelings of anxiety or depression, or you have recently lost a loved one, you feel more alone than ever before.

In therapy, I will teach you better ways to cope with these feelings and find hope again. We can tackle this together so that you can find a new way of looking at life.

I have a Master’s degree in Social Work and have worked in many different positions for over the past 25 years. My education and training's have given me the tools to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have worked as an LCSW in a hospital setting with children and adults with chronic illnesses starting from initial diagnoses to end of life. During this time, I have provided ongoing emotional support and resources to many individuals and families who have dealt with life changing traumas. I have completed my EMDRIA Approved EMDR Basic Training through the Parnell Institute which specializes in Attachment-Focused EMDR.

Your challenge is not easy. As adults, we all carry heavy burdens. You may feel uncertain about life. You may feel sad, not good enough, or lonely. But you need to climb yourself out of the hole you are in. The unsettled stress, sadness and fear of any situation is unique to you. I will guide you along a brighter path, but YOU are the only one that can make that change.

You have the choice to feel tormented and heartbroken or to start living again. By visiting this website, you have already made the choice to start a new beginning. I would love the opportunity to help you along that journey to a peaceful place in your life.

You are probably wondering about my therapy style. My clients describe me as compassionate, caring, easy to talk to, and having quiet strength. My clients love that no matter what they say, I bring out the positive strengths in every situation. They love that I always bring the focus back to them throughout their entire sessions. I love an interactive dialogue with honesty and respect. I will provide a safe space for your journey.

I believe we can start working together. What is stopping you? Schedule your ​free consultation below. Hope is just around the corner.

Trauma
Anxiety
Grief & Loss
Couples and Relationship
Brainspotting
EMDR
First Responders

Education & Licensure

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), California – #LCSW 62237

• Masters in Social Work (MSW): San Francisco State University

• B.A. in Social Welfare (BSW) University of California, Berkeley

Special Interests & Experience

• End of Life

• Grief and Loss in families who have lost their child

• Oncology and Mental Health treatment

• Effects of the brain tumors in patients

• Hospice and palliative Care

• Clinical Supervision

• Immigration Issues

• Domestic Violence

• Child Abuse and Welfare System

• Risk Assessment Training ​

Trainings & Certifications

• Brainspotting Certified

• EMDRIA approved EMDR Basic Training through the Parnell Institute which specializes in Attachment-Focused EMDR

• Internal Family Systems(IFS) trained facilitator

• Somatic Experiencing International(SEI)-in ADV training

• Grief Educator Certificate

• Essentials of Trauma Treatment: Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Training

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Solution Focused Therapy

• Motivational Interviewing

• Understanding and Treating Self-Injury

• Advance in human brain science for clinicians

• Treatments that Work: Evidence Based Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents

• End of Life Certificate

• Advanced Clinical Supervision Certificate Program

• Law and Ethics

• DSM 5

• Forensic Human Services Program Certificate (A joint project between Department of Family & Children Services, County Counsel and San Jose State University) Introduction to the Judicial Process, Juvenile Court Law; Court Report Writing, Preparing and Presenting Testimony, Collecting Information; Child Protection in a Family Preservation Context

WALNUT CREEK(in-person and online)
Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Friday(on-line only): 8:00am-6:00pm

FOLSOM(in-person and online)
Saturday:
8am-3pm