EMDR is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps people process and heal from trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. Through guided eye movements, EMDR supports the brain in working through memories that may feel stuck or overwhelming. Many people find it to be a gentler, more focused somatic alternative to traditional talk therapy, especially when dealing with painful events from the past that continue to impact daily life.

In my work, I draw from a Jungian and Gestalt approach, which means I pay attention to the deeper layers of what we carry, including gut feelings, recurring patterns, and the parts of ourselves we may not fully understand yet. This approach is rooted in the present moment; we start with what you’re tackling and gently explore how it might connect to past experiences or unspoken parts of your story. It’s a reflective, in-the-moment process that supports insight, healing, and a fuller sense of self over time.

I draw from both Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in my work. These approaches help us notice and understand the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, especially when we’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck. A big part of this work involves reality-testing our thoughts: asking if they’re true, helpful, or shaped by past experiences. Together, we slow things down, build skills to manage distress, and look at patterns with curiosity rather than judgment. These tools can support more clarity, emotional balance, and flexibility in how you respond to life’s challenges.

I offer culturally informed therapy that takes your identity, background, faith, and lived experience seriously. Culture can shape how we understand ourselves, how we cope, and how comfortable we feel asking for support. In our work together, we can explore the impact of family expectations, gender roles, intergenerational trauma, or the silence that sometimes surrounds emotional pain. My goal isn’t to pathologize your experience, but to create space where it’s understood and where you can begin to sort through what’s yours, what’s been inherited, and what healing might look like for you.

I offer clinical supervision hours for ASW’s in California who are working toward their LCSW, with a focus on thoughtful, client-centered practice. My approach is collaborative and introspective, creating space for growth, exploration, and dialogue about the work we do. I aim to support your development while honoring your voice, values, and emerging clinical style.