How I Work
I believe therapy works best when it becomes a genuine working relationship—one where you can explore yourself honestly, feel understood, and be challenged without feeling judged or pushed. My style is warm, steady, and direct. I'm actively engaged in our work together, including when difficult feelings or patterns begin to emerge.
My approach is grounded in relational psychodynamic therapy and somatic work. In everyday terms, we look beyond the immediate problems to understand the patterns shaping how you feel, protect yourself, and relate to others. Sometimes these patterns also emerge between us, giving us an opportunity to slow down, understand them together, and experience something different.
We also pay close attention to how emotions and experiences show up in your body—learning to notice what you're feeling, navigate difficult emotions, and find ways to stay present with difficult feelings. Insight alone isn't always enough.
Change comes not just from understanding yourself, but from having new experiences that gradually become part of how you live and relate to others.
Additional Approaches
My work also draws from attachment theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed care, and practical tools from CBT and mindfulness when useful. Sessions are tailored to you, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Commitment to Inclusive Therapy
I'm committed to providing inclusive, culturally responsive therapy. I've engaged in ongoing trainings for over a decade around diversity, anti-racism, and working across differences with humility and care. I bring a steady, grounded presence to conversations about identity, race, sexuality, power, and social context—and I'm willing to go there directly without minimizing or over-intellectualizing what's real.
Practical Details
I currently offer online therapy throughout California. I'm an out-of-network provider and don't accept insurance; however, I can provide superbills for potential reimbursement. I'm happy to discuss fees during our initial consultation.