Multiracial Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
I work with adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, perfectionism, and chronic self-pressure. Many feel stuck in cycles of intrusive thoughts, burnout, self-doubt, or fear of uncertainty. Together, we work to better understand the patterns keeping them stuck while building healthier ways to respond to anxiety and reconnect with themselves.
I work with adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, perfectionism, and chronic self-pressure. Many feel stuck in cycles of intrusive thoughts, burnout, self-doubt, or fear of uncertainty. Together, we work to better understand the patterns keeping them stuck while building healthier ways to respond to anxiety and reconnect with themselves.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
You’ve survived deep wounds: abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I'm here to affirm that healing is possible.
The thought about talking to a stranger about what’s going on is terrifying. When the process involves an honest conversation about symptoms, family problems, and addiction or other “shameful” family secrets, it can keep anyone from healing. You were taught to keep it to yourself and not cause trouble. To not air family secrets and that emotions are dramatic and useless. Especially the biggest of all- grief. There is nobody that gets to escape grief in this process. It's a myth that any of it has to be painful or overwhelming. And struggling with feelings or needing to heal doesn't make you weak.Nobody taught you how to do this.
The thought about talking to a stranger about what’s going on is terrifying. When the process involves an honest conversation about symptoms, family problems, and addiction or other “shameful” family secrets, it can keep anyone from healing. You were taught to keep it to yourself and not cause trouble. To not air family secrets and that emotions are dramatic and useless. Especially the biggest of all- grief. There is nobody that gets to escape grief in this process. It's a myth that any of it has to be painful or overwhelming. And struggling with feelings or needing to heal doesn't make you weak.Nobody taught you how to do this.
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I should be happier,” or “I don’t know what I like anymore.” On the surface, life may look settled—a career, a partner, maybe children—but something feels off. You feel stuck, uninspired, or emotionally flat, and begin wondering, “What’s next?” You need a space to slow down and be honest about how they feel. I can support you with reconnecting to yourself, rediscovering meaning, and moving forward with clarity and intention.
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I should be happier,” or “I don’t know what I like anymore.” On the surface, life may look settled—a career, a partner, maybe children—but something feels off. You feel stuck, uninspired, or emotionally flat, and begin wondering, “What’s next?” You need a space to slow down and be honest about how they feel. I can support you with reconnecting to yourself, rediscovering meaning, and moving forward with clarity and intention.
You’re exhausted from trying to hold it all together. The endless overthinking. The emotional rollercoasters. The sleepless nights replaying conversations or situations you wish had gone differently. You’ve read the books, tried the tips, maybe even been in therapy before—but nothing sticks. Deep down, you know there’s more to life and love than this constant tension—the push, the pull; the hustle and the burnout… you just haven’t found the way forward. I help teens, adults, couples, and families master self-regulation and relationship skills to move past anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and the patterns that keep them stuck.
You’re exhausted from trying to hold it all together. The endless overthinking. The emotional rollercoasters. The sleepless nights replaying conversations or situations you wish had gone differently. You’ve read the books, tried the tips, maybe even been in therapy before—but nothing sticks. Deep down, you know there’s more to life and love than this constant tension—the push, the pull; the hustle and the burnout… you just haven’t found the way forward. I help teens, adults, couples, and families master self-regulation and relationship skills to move past anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and the patterns that keep them stuck.
I specialize in treating stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I've been in the mental health field for many years working with a wide range of individuals in different stages of life. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and middle-aged adults. Over the years, I have grown to appreciate and value working with clients to improve their quality of life.
I specialize in treating stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I've been in the mental health field for many years working with a wide range of individuals in different stages of life. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and middle-aged adults. Over the years, I have grown to appreciate and value working with clients to improve their quality of life.
You may be exploring your neurodivergent identity or reevaluating your life after an autism or ADHD diagnosis. Perhaps you’ve often felt misunderstood or judged. Told you’re “too much” or “not enough”. You may have endured shaming, bullying, or discrimination. These kinds of painful experiences can lead to feelings of inadequacy or self-blame. To survive, you might mask or push through. But then you end up feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed or burnt out. You may now be seeking greater self-understanding, balance, and practical tools to manage life and your relationships as a neurodivergent person. We are here for you.
You may be exploring your neurodivergent identity or reevaluating your life after an autism or ADHD diagnosis. Perhaps you’ve often felt misunderstood or judged. Told you’re “too much” or “not enough”. You may have endured shaming, bullying, or discrimination. These kinds of painful experiences can lead to feelings of inadequacy or self-blame. To survive, you might mask or push through. But then you end up feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed or burnt out. You may now be seeking greater self-understanding, balance, and practical tools to manage life and your relationships as a neurodivergent person. We are here for you.
I believe in client-led work where you decide what works best for you, and I specialize in addressing the mind-body connection through various tools such as nature, art, music, meditation, and body-centered practices. I also highly recommend trying Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma. At times, I will guide you; other times, I'll stand as a witness to your inner work.
I believe in client-led work where you decide what works best for you, and I specialize in addressing the mind-body connection through various tools such as nature, art, music, meditation, and body-centered practices. I also highly recommend trying Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma. At times, I will guide you; other times, I'll stand as a witness to your inner work.
Have you felt genuinely seen, heard and understood lately? Are you feeling overwhelmed with feelings of loneliness, fear, anger, sadness, worry, panic, or just numb? Maybe you are having a hard time understanding how you feel in general? Let’s talk more. I specialize in helping individuals and couples move from where they are to where they want to be. Together, we redesign your life to have a deeper connection with who you truly are. You are not alone in this, I will be by your side every step.
Have you felt genuinely seen, heard and understood lately? Are you feeling overwhelmed with feelings of loneliness, fear, anger, sadness, worry, panic, or just numb? Maybe you are having a hard time understanding how you feel in general? Let’s talk more. I specialize in helping individuals and couples move from where they are to where they want to be. Together, we redesign your life to have a deeper connection with who you truly are. You are not alone in this, I will be by your side every step.
If we could talk our way out of all of our difficulties, you probably wouldn't even be looking at my profile right now. Sometimes we need to try a new approach, and that is where behavioral therapy comes in.
I am a behavioral therapist at heart and while we will talk to build understanding and insight (it is therapy after all), we will also be doing. This means we are going to engage in researched-backed practices in and out of session designed to build skills and change behavioral patterns in your life that have been holding you back from living the kind of life that you want.
If we could talk our way out of all of our difficulties, you probably wouldn't even be looking at my profile right now. Sometimes we need to try a new approach, and that is where behavioral therapy comes in.
I am a behavioral therapist at heart and while we will talk to build understanding and insight (it is therapy after all), we will also be doing. This means we are going to engage in researched-backed practices in and out of session designed to build skills and change behavioral patterns in your life that have been holding you back from living the kind of life that you want.
Life can get very complicated and challenging sometimes. My commitment to you is to provide a supportive place for us to collaboratively explore the challenges you are experiencing and the areas of your life you wish to change. If you are struggling to come to terms with your past, or feel as if something is preventing you from living the life you want, I invite you to explore this from a place of curiosity and without judgment. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I strive to support individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficult life events.
Life can get very complicated and challenging sometimes. My commitment to you is to provide a supportive place for us to collaboratively explore the challenges you are experiencing and the areas of your life you wish to change. If you are struggling to come to terms with your past, or feel as if something is preventing you from living the life you want, I invite you to explore this from a place of curiosity and without judgment. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I strive to support individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficult life events.
If you’re looking for someone who can relate to your experience, I identify as biracial & the daughter of an immigrant.
I'm curious about people: how our unique histories have shaped us, how we relate to each other & what motivates our behavior in relationships. I specialize in processing relationships with couples & individuals struggling with codependency, communication, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem & identity. We often get stuck in repetitive behavioral/thinking patterns that block us from living the lives we yearn for. We may feel misunderstood or disconnected in our relationships. We may avoid intimacy because we don’t want to get hurt again. We may have a harsh inner critic & lack self-love. Do you experience this in your life?
If you’re looking for someone who can relate to your experience, I identify as biracial & the daughter of an immigrant.
I'm curious about people: how our unique histories have shaped us, how we relate to each other & what motivates our behavior in relationships. I specialize in processing relationships with couples & individuals struggling with codependency, communication, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem & identity. We often get stuck in repetitive behavioral/thinking patterns that block us from living the lives we yearn for. We may feel misunderstood or disconnected in our relationships. We may avoid intimacy because we don’t want to get hurt again. We may have a harsh inner critic & lack self-love. Do you experience this in your life?
Hi and welcome to my in-person or telehealth practice. Ready for a change? Are you feeling down, anxious, unmotivated or simply unhappy? First know that you are not alone. You have already made the first courageous step toward the positive changes you are seeking. Let's transform your current state into a new life for yourself absent of stress, anxiety, depression and worry. Together we can develop healthy adaptive strategies to support you through life changes, develop strong relationships, and help you connect with your authentic self.
Hi and welcome to my in-person or telehealth practice. Ready for a change? Are you feeling down, anxious, unmotivated or simply unhappy? First know that you are not alone. You have already made the first courageous step toward the positive changes you are seeking. Let's transform your current state into a new life for yourself absent of stress, anxiety, depression and worry. Together we can develop healthy adaptive strategies to support you through life changes, develop strong relationships, and help you connect with your authentic self.
I identify as multi-racial and Asian American.
I trust the healing and growth potential of the therapeutic process and therapist-client relationship. My approach to counseling is relationship-focused, client-centered, and holistic. I am skilled at listening, asking effective questions, and inviting clients to examine their presenting concerns or struggles in a safe and supportive way. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting, the psyche of current and former athletes as well as themes of race and cultural identity.
I identify as multi-racial and Asian American.
I trust the healing and growth potential of the therapeutic process and therapist-client relationship. My approach to counseling is relationship-focused, client-centered, and holistic. I am skilled at listening, asking effective questions, and inviting clients to examine their presenting concerns or struggles in a safe and supportive way. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting, the psyche of current and former athletes as well as themes of race and cultural identity.
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship, it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I help people navigate challenges like sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
Are relationships supposed to be this hard? When sexual issues keep you from maintaining or obtaining a happy relationship, it's time to see a sex therapist. As a sex & relationship specialist, I help people navigate challenges like sexual desire & performance, sexual trauma, problems with arousal or orgasm, differences in the amount of sex they'd like to have, & sexual pain disorders such as vaginismus. I assist clients in building intimacy by deepening their mutual understanding & compassion (for their often very opposite mate!) and help them stay accountable for taking positive action to improve relationships.
You are not the problem, the problem is the problem. Problems may tell you a story of shame, pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, or feelings of inadequacy. There is a path out of that story, toward healing. Reclaiming yourself and creating space from these problems sets the stage for you to take your power back. Seeking therapy can be a challenging process—from giving yourself permission to begin, to finding the right therapist once you do.
You are not the problem, the problem is the problem. Problems may tell you a story of shame, pain, anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, or feelings of inadequacy. There is a path out of that story, toward healing. Reclaiming yourself and creating space from these problems sets the stage for you to take your power back. Seeking therapy can be a challenging process—from giving yourself permission to begin, to finding the right therapist once you do.
Talk It Out Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, Grief, Loss
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BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.
BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting assistance with a specific issue, I commend you for taking a step towards finding support. You may be adjusting to a recent life event, wanting a better relationship with a significant other, or feeling understandably hopeless/outraged/fearful about our global landscape.
I’m here to listen, to be curious about you & to offer you my observations & feedback. I aim to help you reduce stress, find peace & clarity, and remove any roadblocks in the way of you living your best life. “Best,” is subjective, therefore part of our work together may be figuring out what that means for you
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting assistance with a specific issue, I commend you for taking a step towards finding support. You may be adjusting to a recent life event, wanting a better relationship with a significant other, or feeling understandably hopeless/outraged/fearful about our global landscape.
I’m here to listen, to be curious about you & to offer you my observations & feedback. I aim to help you reduce stress, find peace & clarity, and remove any roadblocks in the way of you living your best life. “Best,” is subjective, therefore part of our work together may be figuring out what that means for you
Dealing with persistent physical and emotional pain is enough to leave you feeling defeated. It can be an isolating experience when loved ones want to help but don't truly understand what you're going through or how to support you. Even if you do have a diagnosis for your pain, it can be a painful grieving process to reconfigure your lifestyle and expectations for yourself. Maybe there are days you find yourself wondering if your symptoms are caused by your actual illness or the amount of stress it has caused you.
Dealing with persistent physical and emotional pain is enough to leave you feeling defeated. It can be an isolating experience when loved ones want to help but don't truly understand what you're going through or how to support you. Even if you do have a diagnosis for your pain, it can be a painful grieving process to reconfigure your lifestyle and expectations for yourself. Maybe there are days you find yourself wondering if your symptoms are caused by your actual illness or the amount of stress it has caused you.
I enjoy working with clients who desire to make positive changes in their lives. They may feel ready to explore their life purpose, memories of past abuse, or even limitations that feel impossible to change. I want to use my vast array of lived experience and clinical knowledge to help guide clients through uncertainty towards a more fulfilling life.
I enjoy working with clients who desire to make positive changes in their lives. They may feel ready to explore their life purpose, memories of past abuse, or even limitations that feel impossible to change. I want to use my vast array of lived experience and clinical knowledge to help guide clients through uncertainty towards a more fulfilling life.
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