Education and Training

I earned my doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Oregon, an accredited graduate program by the American Psychological Association. I completed my predoctoral and post doctoral clinical work at UC Irvine Counseling Center and Student Health Center. For over 20 years, I have worked at university counseling centers as well as an adjunct faculty to graduate students in the counseling field. I served as Training Director for 10 years at CA State University, Long Beach Counseling and Psychological Services providing clinical and group supervision to doctoral interns. In my work, I have an understanding and utilize empirically supported interventions that are supported by research.

My Approach

My values for diversity and multicultural therapy have been consistent across my training and career. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals and utilize a strengths-based approach that is informed by multicultural and trauma informed frameworks. It is important in our work together to truly understand your experiences across various contexts, including individual, familial, community, societal and spiritual. I strive to create a safe supportive space by intentional focus on a trusting therapeutic relationship in which connection and belonging are central.

I describe my style of therapy as integrative, utilizing interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and emotion focused interventions to facilitate insight, change, and growth. Having compassion and empathy are core aspects of my work.