People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. I help people who are experiencing problems in daily living, difficulty in navigating life transitions, relationship and family discord, or who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression or loss. Therapy is about removing obstacles and developing the capacity for self-acceptance, self- expression, and joy. I will collaborate with you to set your goals and uncover new strategies for a happier life.

I am a clinical psychologist who has 14 years of direct clinical experience working directly with individuals, couples and families who grapple with a variety of concerns relating to but not limited to interpersonal concerns, grief/bereavement, depression, anxiety, chronic worry, gender identity related issues/concerns, work related concerns, and change and transition.

I employ an empathic, collaborative, and highly creative approach to working with clients. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents, and I enjoy working with parents to manage and reduce stress. I am attentive and mindful to the needs of individual clients who are wrestling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief and loss and anxiety. I also offer skillful supervision for graduate students in their practicum. My high-quality therapeutic services will give you the support you need to shift your mindset, manage your stress, and achieve your life goals.

I have worked in Calaveras county providing counseling services for over 20 years. I am a supportive, non judgmental person who can help individuals cope with the difficulties in their lives, and make changes in the way they think and behave. I work best with teens, and adults, and have experience with disabilities, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and other adjustment to life issues.I believe in helping my clients find their inner wisdom and strengths to make positive changes in their lives.

I use the principles of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness to teach techniques that increase awareness and ability to control attention so that you can experience happiness and not be a slave to compulsive thinking. You will learn and experience living in a way that frees energy that is being spent on habitual regrets of the past and worries of the future. I can guide you through loneliness, isolation, emotional pain, grief, relationship distress and trauma.

I believe that people can make changes to improve their quality of life, their relationships and their navigation skills when life presents challenges. Therapy is a collaborative journey. I hope to guide you, support you and provide you skills and tools to foster your growth towards positive self-esteem, effective communication and a positive sense of self worth. We will focus on promoting positive changes, minimizing obstacles, problem solving, building on your strengths and enhancing your resilience. My approaches encompass the use of trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral & solution-focused therapy : art & play therapy techniques.

Making the first step to seek for help or find solutions in life can be difficult. My first goal is to make you feel comfortable and trust the therapeutic relationship. Once you develop trust in me as your therapist, we can work together in finding the coping skills you need to return to functioning in day to day life. Let me help you regain control of your life. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.

Life can be difficult sometimes. We can feel inadequate in dealing with life's challenges, resulting in feelings of anxiety or lost. If you're struggling with these feeling, I would like you to know help is available. I feel confident that nearly all of life's challenges can be dealt with and managed in healthy ways that offer people hope and peace of mind. You don't have to keep feeling this way! I would be honored to meet with you, hear your story and learn more about you, so please don't hesitate to e-mail me or give me a call.

Aloha! I offer mobile and telehealth therapy / counseling in San Diego. Mobile therapy means I can meet you somewhere close to your work or home so it's more convenient for you. My services have taken place in various locations, including in the home, park, beach, and via Zoom, Facetime, or Google Duo. I want to help you with your current situation, and in a comfortable atmosphere, we'll work together to identify solutions to your concerns, build on your strengths, and help achieve your goals!

If you find yourself struggling in life to feel whole, happy, at ease with yourself and being in the world, or feel frustrated with a lack of intimacy in your relationships, I can help you. It is important when searching for a therapist that you feel an honest connection. I give a free 30-minute consultation to help you decide if working with me is a match. I have trained in trauma recovery, somatic work, psychodynamic, cognitive, mindfulness, bioenergetic analysis. My focus has been working with individuals around healing from PTSD, anxiety, eating disorders, bi-polar, and marital relationship issues.

Are you feeling unhappy, depressed or currently having difficulty making a life transition? Are you being challenged by difficult and or abusive relationships? In an atmosphere of non-judgment and acceptance my role is to provide a safe place for you to explore and grow. I work with clients increasing awareness and expanding your perspective about ways to reduce conflict with significant others. Exploring parenting skills, exploring positive coping strategies and career struggles can help improve ones outlook. Lets work together to achieve your personal happiness. Call me now for a free consultation. I look forward to speaking with you!.

Life throws many challenges our way and we choose which action to take in responding to those challenges. I've worked with people from various social, political, and ethnic backgrounds and the one thing that everyone has in common is that we all face challenges in life. There are numerous reasons that people seek mental health professionals, and those reasons are very personal and unique to each person. Finding the right professional to guide you in learning more about your mental health diagnosis, getting you through an immediate crisis, or feelings of uncertainty are important in getting you through tough times.

I am a bilingual (Spanish) licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on solutions and short-term-outcomes, rather than spending years analyzing the problem. While traditional long-term therapy and in-depth exploration of the past may be appropriate in some situations, it's generally not necessary. Whether it's court-ordered classes, separation, divorce, domestic violence, parenting or co-parenting, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, I'll personalize a plan that guides you to the desired outcome.

Are you interested in making changes in your personal life? I am wholeheartedly committed to working with youth, families, couples and individuals by providing cutting edge mental health therapy. Whether if you are struggling with decision making, depression or anxiety I can teach you healthy coping strategies which in turn will support you to reach your full potential in life. I have 17 years of experience working in the counseling setting. I provide individual, family and couples therapy. I am also able to integrate a bilingual and bi-cultural approach to therapy.

Everyone has their own unique story. I believe that being present for you to share your story is a privilege. I will help you explore and process your life experiences and set goals. I will be dedicated to helping you reconcile your past and overcome your fears. If you are struggling due to trauma, difficult relationships, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, transitions in your life, or you have a specific difficult situation that you need help with, I can help you.Together we will address issues that are causing you distress and that may be interfering with other areas of your life.

Life is full of changes, we can count on this! During these ever changing times and seasons in living, our lives can be thrown off balance! Counseling support provides a special ‘time out’ where you can identify your current needs and address current symptoms and issues in need of attention and change from a compassionate and caring therapist.

You are a highly perceptive individual who sees life in high definition. It's a great gift that may also heighten anxiety, depression, anger, or loneliness. Your internal complexity is hard to explain & is misunderstood. It led you to lose sight of who you are & what you want in life & made it difficult to keep up with daily demands. Setting limits to the world to protect yourself is challenging for you due to your overflow of compassion. It's tricky to fulfill all your complex and often conflicting values. You want to feel both connected and protected - to enjoy life again or for the first time while living with Meaning.

I believe everyone has unique strengths, and although illness and struggle is injurious, it can also be an opportunity for powerful personal growth. Everyone can use someone who reminds them that there is healing. I have had the great pleasure of working with many people who were suffering from painful circumstances. I have worked with all ages. I specialize in trauma and addiction treatment. We are all different; therefore the therapeutic approach is determined by you and I together based on your goals for therapy. I consider it a great honor to walk that journey with you.

I have been practicing therapy for 17 years. I have worked with children, parents, couples and individuals. I treat my clients with care and have kept an admirable reputation as a professional.

At some point in our lives, we may face challenges, overwhelming decisions to make or we just need an impartial person to help us process our experiences. These are just a few reasons why people seek therapy and I provide a supportive, non-judgmental and encouraging approach to helping others become better versions of themselves. I encourage my clients to be active participants in therapy and be open to engaging in the process of change. My aim is to help you develop a stronger and healthier sense of self and understand that you do have the capacity to grow and move forward.