We shall not cease from exploration
And the end of all our exploring
Will be to arrive where we started
And know the place for the first time
-T.S. Eliot

Telehealth &
In-Person Services

  • Life can be wounding, and it’s human nature to sometimes feel stuck or lost. Through a safe and supportive environment, I will support you in recovering from the thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and traumas that prohibit you from living your fullest life. By cultivating your unique strengths in session, we can uncover practical - and spiritual if desired - opportunities for transformable insight and growth.

    My therapeutic approach is heartfelt, direct, and enriched by a multicultural, existential, and social justice framework. I specialize in areas such as substance addiction and recovery, anxiety, depression, and developmental trauma. I am BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, Neurodivergent affirming. 

    The therapeutic relationship relies on mutuality and collaboration; I light up when you show your autonomy and feel empowered. Your engagement and consent within our relationship are vital to your success. I will also offer additional resources and homework to explore outside of the session to support your growth.

  • In group therapy, I facilitate discussions and activities that encourage participants to explore their emotions, behaviors, and relationships. This setting allows clients to receive feedback, gain diverse perspectives, and build a sense of community and belonging. It's particularly effective for addressing issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, and identity or spiritual exploration.

    By participating in group therapy, individuals can benefit from the collective wisdom and support of the group, while also working on specific therapeutic goals. This process aligns well with approaches that emphasize mindfulness, somatic awareness, and emotional exploration, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all participants to connect and grow.

  • It has been coined as the Psychedelic Renaissance by many in the West, however, indigenous communities have used plant medicines as spiritual tools for millennia. Currently, the cost for psychedelic therapy is inaccessible for most; therefore, many individuals take it upon themselves to explore with plant medicines or pharmaceutical psychedelics independently. That is where I come in. Combining my personal experience and professional training in plant & psychedelic medicine and harm reduction, I am confident in supporting your psychedelic experience.

    While plant medicine and psychedelics can greatly enhance the therapeutic process, they should not be seen as a substitute for therapy. They can be powerful catalysts for healing, but ultimately, the work is yours. This is why integration is vital in your independent journey; let me help you do the work!

    The Latin root word for "integrate" is integrare, which means "to make whole".

    Resources:

    • Know the Law is intended to increase general awareness and does not include legal or medical advice.

    • A LIVE DocumentI've created to support client's education and awareness; updated frequently.

Methods & Frameworks

  • Mindful psychology blends mindfulness practices with conventional psychological approaches to create a holistic framework for well-being. It emphasizes the development of mindfulness, which involves observing the present moment with openness, curiosity, and acceptance. By cultivating this awareness, mindful psychology helps individuals better understand their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, fostering a non-judgmental and compassionate relationship with them. This approach can lead to enhanced self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and overall psychological health. Mindful psychology is commonly applied in therapy to address issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

    I use a mindfulness-based somatic approach inspired by Hakomi, which leverages existing strengths and uncovers new possibilities. This approach helps one access the root causes of unwanted thoughts and behaviors. By making hidden patterns conscious, we can transform and integrate them for a better life.

  • Somatic psychology is a specialized field that examines the intricate connection between the body and the mind. It focuses on how the body stores and expresses emotional experiences, highlighting the significance of physical sensations, movements, and posture in shaping our mental and emotional well-being. Somatic psychology utilizes techniques that enhance individuals' awareness of their bodily sensations, using this awareness to address emotional challenges and trauma. By recognizing the body as integral to the self, somatic psychology offers profound avenues for psychological healing and personal growth.

  • Experiential psychology, also known as humanistic-existential psychology, places a profound emphasis on the personal, subjective experience as the cornerstone of understanding human behavior. It delves into individuals' immediate, present-moment experiences, including their emotions, thoughts, sensations, and perceptions. Experiential psychology highlights personal responsibility, self-awareness, and self-actualization, viewing each person as inherently capable of directing their own growth and development. This approach often incorporates experiential techniques such as role-playing, guided imagery, and expressive arts to help individuals explore and gain insight into their inner experiences.

  • A Transpersonal lens supports and involves exploring the connections we have with ourselves, our close relationships, our communities, and our planet.

    Transpersonal therapy offers a comprehensive approach that goes beyond traditional cognitive methods, acknowledging the spiritual, emotional, and relational dimensions of human life. It recognizes that our sense of self is not limited to individuality but also includes our interconnectedness with the world around us.

    At its core, Transpersonal psychology is about the individual’s subjective experience. Transpersonal psychology focuses on the holistic development of individuals, including their spiritual and mystical experiences, promoting personal growth, self-discovery, and the exploration of higher states of consciousness. It draws from diverse spiritual traditions, along with modern psychology, to help people understand their individual identity, connecting them to larger, more meaningful aspects of life.

Values & Principles

  • Mindfulness - a state of relaxed, nonjudgmental awareness– to study, activate, and directly experience one's current feelings, thoughts, and behavior. My therapeutic approach is centered around mindfulness, and I encourage my clients to embody this deep state of nonjudgmental attention.

  • The client is the expert of their own lived experience. I will always have a guiding therapeutic process but never superimpose an agenda. A fundamental therapeutic value is supporting the client’s autonomy through a non-violent approach. I meet the client where they are.

  • The word soma, from the Greek, refers to the living body in its wholeness. Understanding and trusting one’s somatic experience is a foundational skill toward wholeness. Our body's wisdom plays a significant role in how we experience our lives, and the more we understand how it’s organized, the more power we gain.

  • With safety as a core principle, I assist clients in finding and flexing their strengths and qualities that help replenish the system. I encourage my clients to maintain a safe rhythm of resourcing and self-care inside and outside the session.

  • Loving presence is an intentional appreciation of others or oneself. This principle provides the strength to engage with the vast and unpredictable world with genuine curiosity, care, and positive intentions. 

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