Therapy for People Who Are Ready to Stop Losing Themselves in Expectations
Individual and couples therapy for California adults navigating relationships, family dynamics, identity, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions.
You may be used to being the responsible one—the person who keeps the peace, takes care of everyone else, and meets expectations. Therapy can help you understand the patterns that keep you stuck, reconnect with what you need, and build a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
Clarity, Integration, and a More Grounded Sense of Self
You May be here because...
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You are tired of always being the one everyone depends on.
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You struggle to set boundaries without feeling guilty.
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You feel responsible for other people's emotions.
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You're questioning who you are outside of your roles and responsibilities.
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Family expectations make it difficult to make decisions for yourself.
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You're experiencing anxiety, burnout, resentment, or emotional exhaustion.
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Your relationships feel difficult even though you deeply care about the people involved.
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You're going through a major transition and don't feel like yourself anymore.
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You understand where your patterns came from, but you're struggling to change them.
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You're ready to stop repeating patterns that no longer serve you.
You don't have to wait until things become unbearable to ask for support.
Therapy That Helps You Understand the Pattern—and Change It
Therapy isn't just about talking about what happened. It's also about understanding how your experiences have shaped the way you think, feel, relate to others, and respond to stress today.
In our work together, we'll explore the patterns underneath your current struggles while developing practical ways to respond differently.
My approach is collaborative, structured, and engaged. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, and other therapeutic strategies based on your individual needs.
You won't be expected to have everything figured out before you begin. We'll work together to identify what matters most and determine where to begin.
What to Expect
01 — Start with a consultation
We'll talk about what brings you to therapy, what you're hoping to change, and whether my approach feels like a good fit.
02 — Understand what's happening
We'll explore your current concerns as well as the patterns, experiences, relationships, and beliefs that may be contributing to them.
03 — Build practical tools
You'll develop strategies to manage emotions, communicate more effectively, establish boundaries, and respond differently to situations that feel overwhelming.
04 — Create lasting change
The goal isn't simply to feel better temporarily. It's to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and create changes that feel sustainable.
Education
University of Southern California, 2020
Degree/Diploma: Master of Social Work
California State University
Long Beach, 2013
Degree / Diploma: Child Development and Family Studies
Qualifications
Mental Health Role: Social Worker/Therapist
Credential Type: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
License State: California
License Number: 134542
Private Pay Practice
This is a private pay practice, allowing for a more individualized and consistent standard of care.
Individual: $150, Couples/Family $175
** Sliding Scale is available
