MORE ABOUT MY WORK

I am licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been practicing therapy for 15 years. I spent my first few years as a therapist providing mental health services to students and their families in schools. I have worked in three high-schools, one middle school and two elementary schools. I loved working alongside teens, helping them grow and stretch their new found independence. I have also worked for Center For Discovery, which is a residential treatment center for those struggling with eating disorders. I have now been in private practice for 10+ years working with college aged students and adults supporting transitions, changes, journeying through trauma, anxiety and other life stressors. I have a special place in my heart for mothers living in chronic stress and carrying the mental load of their families while navigating health issues and family of origin dynamics. 
For those interested in the speciality training stuff : I am a CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists) member and am an IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapist (level 1 and 2 trained). I trained under Mary Kruger who specializes in eating disorders, addictions and trauma. I have extensive training in eating disorders as well as family of origin, and anxiety/depression. For level 2 I trained under Dr. Frank Anderson on neuroscience and trauma.  
On a personal note I love the enneagram and love integrating it into therapy. I am someone who believes in the power of curiosity and exploration especially when it comes to our personal faith. I’m a huge connoisseur of cold brew coffee, love reading (especially YA novels-no shame!) and enjoy paddle boarding on the Bay. I live with my husband, our two daughters and our sweet dog.