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About Me.
I am a mother, a wife, and a clinical psychologist who's goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of both your strengths and challenges and provide tools and strategies that pave the path to your future.
I am born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. I was formerly a teacher and have worked with children, teens, young adults, parents, and adults in a variety of settings. I graduated from APA Accredited Palo Alto University with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology.
"Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary"
- Fred Rogers -
My approach...
My approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and empowerment. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic alliance and working together towards your mental wellness goals. Every individual is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to provide comprehensive and effective care.
I have extensive experience with psychotherapy and assessment of youth and young adults with various psychological and neurodevelopmental conditions including anxiety, depression, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disorders, and autism spectrum disorder. I have advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I utilize a strengths based, client centered approach.
My education and training...
I graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California with a BA in Sociology. I joined the Teach For America Corps and was a fourth grade teacher in San Jose, CA for three years. During this time, I earned my MA in Education through the Teach For America/Loyola Marymount University partnership and received my Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I also worked as a Special Education Teaching Assistant in London, UK for a year where I developed a passion for working with individuals with learning disorders. I went on to pursue this interest at APA Accredited Palo Alto University where I received a PhD in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology.
My research focused on utilizing technology in psychotherapy with youth and families. I completed my predoctoral internship at APA Accredited Sutter Health/California Pacific Medical Center in the Child Psychotherapy and Assessment Track. I completed my postdoctoral residency at APA Accredited Kaiser Permanente Oakland in the Child and Family Services with Testing Emphasis. I also conducted psychoeducational evaluations with teens and young adults at the Schwab Learning Center at Children’s Health Council.
