Multicultural Therapists in 55033

I am trauma-informed and draw upon principles and techniques from several approaches including feministic and multicultural therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and incorporates elements of humor, nature, and somatic awareness. I have experience working with disordered eating and body image issues. As a first generation immigrant clinician, I am passionate about incorporating any cultural identities and their intersections into the therapeutic relationship if desired. I enjoy working with ages 15+.

Emotions makes our lives matter. They convert our lives into a series of events that become our living breathing human experience. As a therapist I meet my clients where they are at. We will work together to celebrate the positive experiences in your life and identify strategies for moving through the difficult ones. I collaborate with individuals, partners, and parents to create a wholistic plan of care. You are the center of this whole process and the expert on you. We will create your best life and achieve your goals.

I have special interest in working with issues of terminal illness, grief loss and transition with children individuals and families. I work with children with attachment, ADHD, trauma, and behavioral issues. I work with women issues surrounding self- esteem and personal growth. I have an extensive background in theater and the arts. I incorporate nature, animals, drama, art and play into my therapies with clients. My work also focuses on treating PTSD and anxiety. I incorporate trauma informed care into my work. I believe healing is possible and I am here to walk the path with my clients to a place of growth and positive change.

Looking for help can be scary and intimidating; I'm here to help. My goal is to be able to build a trusting relationship with you, where you are able to explore and talk through the things that are getting in the way of you having the life that you want. I want therapy to be a safe space for you to be able to process and to work towards healing from the things that have happened to you or whatever challenges you are currently facing.

I earned my PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Adler University in Chicago. During my educational journey, I had the privilege of completing my pre-doctoral internship at Hazelden Betty Ford’s Center for Teens, Young Adults, and Families. In this esteemed institution, I had the unique opportunity to work closely with adolescents and young adults who were grappling with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. My professional path has encompassed a diverse range of settings, including a community mental center, a research hospital, and private practice, where I specialized in neuropsychological assessments.

We will all encounter challenges that shake the foundation of 'who we are.' Therapy is a space away from the world, a place to reflect on your life, and begin rebuilding yourself to be the person you want to be. You want lasting change and feel with the right support you can not only discover yourself, but your path in life well. Together, we will rediscover your strengths and awaken your motivation to begin 'building the momentum you need, to live the life you want.'