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Whether you are presently in crisis or simply feeling a bit stuck in life, I honor the effort & courage that it took you to get here. It suggests that—regardless of how you might feel in this moment—some small (or large) part of you believes in the possibility of a more peaceful, fulfilling life. As a therapist, I am here to not only affirm and amplify that belief, but more importantly, to help you discover and define its reality for yourself.

The majority of my practice focuses on working with Black, Latinx, and people of color struggling with anxiety, ADHD, Depression and Complex PTSD. I see women, men, teenagers and children. We explore identity development, fear, culture, behavioral health and family conflict. My approach is compassionate, warm, honest and structured. As I continue my journey has a therapist I am noticing an interesting shift in the ways we as humans want to show up in our lives, and I want to give you a space and permission to discover who you really are.

Our therapy sessions will create a safe space for you to navigate stressors, conquer social anxiety, heal from trauma, create new healthy habits, pursue your life goals, explore creating deeper and healthier relationships, improve communication, and more. I specialize in working with people who feel like they worry "too much," feel stressed or lost in life, want to improve communication skills, are going through big changes, are their biggest critic, are "people-pleasers" and would like to feel more empowered. Together we will reach your goals!

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week. .

If you identify as Poly/Non-monogamous, Kinky/fetishistic, Queer/Trans, or Anti-capitalist you already know the tyrannical way normativity polices “others” who deviate from conventional cultural scripts. Even more so when your preferred expressions of intimacy and embodiment are deemed “problematic”. I do not equate “healthy” with “normal”, nor aim to be prescriptive about how you “ought“ to experience being in this world. Living along the fringes of normativity isn’t an easy choice. But it can be a worthy choice, fulfilling and purposeful! Yet it may also be accompanied by high costs that feel compromising to dignity & self-worth.

Feeling stuck? Whether you’ve worked with a therapist or two, or have never been to therapy before, if things don’t seem to be going your way, it may be time to do something different. Do you feel seen? Have you felt lost or further isolated by a merry-go-round of generic, disconnected, or rushed sessions? Are you looking for someone to help you gain practical, actionable knowledge/skills, to become more self-aligned, grounded, empowered, and consistently supported with sessions tailored to you and your unique journey? Then take THIS opportunity toward positive change! Let this be your season of new beginnings…

I conduct sessions in French & English in a caring manner to ensure couples, individuals & adolescents feel safe to explore and uncover the patterns that are impacting their satisfaction or keeping them stuck. Together we can make sense of your life, help you explore past and present hardships, learn new tools and access your strengths so that you can make better decisions, stop reoccurring behaviors and feel healthier. Your treatment will be tailored to meet your unique personality & goals. You don't need to be alone in your fears, pain, sadness, thoughts, or confusion. You can get through whatever you are dealing with- Let's talk.

Hi there and welcome! By visiting here today, you're likely in the midst of searching for the right "fit" to join you in the process toward healing. This is no easy task, and I salute you for taking the initial, sometimes uncomfortable steps toward growth. While I encourage you to take your time in that decision, I would be honored to partner alongside you. Presently, I'm an associate clinician at a private practice in LA. I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel listened to and valued for who they are. The unpredictable, complex, and ever-changing nature of our lives can often feel overwhelming to sift through alone.

My client population consists mainly of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals struggling with trauma or anxiety. In addition, I address challenges particular to women's issues, sexual and gender identity concerns, negative self image/body image and depression. We work through these dilemmas through purposeful and compassionate self care, empowering talk therapy, applied mindfulness techniques, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a process that can help to heal the effects of trauma) when applicable.

The teenage years are filled with anxieties of self discovery and identity. As a young adult you may have parts of yourself you feel like you must hide. You may feel like there are conflicts with who you are, and how you currently present in the world. You may be coming to a deeper understanding of your gender or sexual identity. It can be hard to know how to talk to your parents. This can be a scary time filled with a lot of fear, curiosity, uncertainty, and grief; all of which can complicate your relationship with your family and friends. Together we can explore ways to find a little more ease in the journey.

I have been actively helping people navigate the ups and downs of life for over 25 years. Together, we will address real time concerns and hopes while introducing new coping tools, integrating past strengths and overcoming past hurdles. In this work we can learn from our interpersonal relationships, creative careers, family history, sexuality, past traumas, financial life, unwanted behaviors/addictions and see how our emotional, intellectual, spiritual and physical health intersect. Throughout I create a safe, supportive environment used to discover, nurture and empower new insights, options, and solutions.

I have experience working with anxiety, depression, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, and post-trauma related symptoms as well as people struggling with coming out, questioning their sexual/gender identity, or other issues connected with the unique experiences of being LGBTQQIAPK+ in our society. I am also trained in EMDR, a therapeutic approach that helps to effectively alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.

Even when life is good, it isn’t easy. There are times when every person needs a safe, non-judgmental space where they can air out all the stuff we keep bottled up in our heads. It is so gratifying for me to be able to provide that environment for people trying to cope with these thoughts. No issue is too large or small. In my experience, I have known many people who feel that they are too privileged to justify seeking the help they need to live their best lives. I welcome the opportunity to help you acknowledge and address the challenges that you may be facing.

Life has gotten more difficult for many of us. Some questions that I invite you to think about: Are you struggling with understanding and regulating your emotions? Are you worried that the ways you cope with stress and everyday life are harming your health or your relationships? Is your past keeping you from being in the present moment or affecting how you view the future? Do you struggle to feel a sense of worthiness and belonging? The skills you learn will help you with regaining control of things in your life. Whether you are a student or other working professional, you can find peace.

I believe that creating a safe space infused with respect, compassion, and humor is central to supporting people to embark on a journey towards healing. I incorporate somatic and values-based approaches to help people identify and release longstanding patterns and beliefs that are no longer serving them and move towards a more balanced, satisfying, and values-based life. Whether you are struggling with trauma, grief, anxiety or wanting help sorting out a life transition, I feel humbly honored to be invited along in your journey towards deeper peace.

My practice specializes in COUPLES as well as individuals who want to grow together and let go of old patterns that aren’t serving them anymore. Your therapy has to feel like a 'good fit', so I use my curiosity and experience to help us discover what feels right. People can confront the more difficult parts of themselves in a safe environment. I provide this in our sessions together, bringing warmth, respect and humor to the relationship. Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/sex addiction and avoidance, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression.

You are fed up with repeating patterns that feel self-destructive. You are tired of being so reactive to the same triggers. You are ready for change, for relationships that fill your cup, and for a life that is purposeful and passionate. And you are probably totally overwhelmed right now. I get it. Wading through pages of therapist bios when you're already stressed, sad, and/or confused can be kind of the worst thing ever. But I'm here to help! I support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress and lack of clarity that big life transitions can kick up.

If you are reading this then you have already taken the first step to addressing whatever challenge you are facing or questions you may be asking yourself. Perhaps you are unsatisfied with your life and don’t know why or how to change it. Perhaps you know what the underlying issue is but are afraid to tackle it. Maybe you struggle with co-parenting after a divorce or your teenager is self-harming and you want to help but don’t know how. Maybe you struggle with addiction or self-medicate to avoid dealing with emotional pain.

Your body is always communicating information to you, and your emotions are the messenger. Maybe it's the consistent feeling of overwhelm, or the throws of depression. Maybe you are experiencing physical pain as a result of emotional pain. Whatever it is, I believe in the wisdom of your body and I want to help you become an expert at your own body language so that you can have more autonomy over your life.