about me

I am a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor based in Oakland, California, on unceded Ohlone land. My practice is informed by relational psychoanalysis, somatic therapy and my own trauma healing journey. I offer long-term depth therapy and clinical consultation to individuals residing in California and New York.

When I am not working, you can find me seeking creative experiences, reading, exploring natural environments and playing with my cat Mocha.

I received a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Religion from Arcadia University in 2012, where I focused on the manifestation of altered states of consciousness across many cultures, subcultures, and through various rituals. This journey sparked a deep desire in me to understand how we find meaning and transformation in our lives, ultimately leading me to pursue a career as a therapist. In 2017, I received a Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marywood University. Since then, I have continued to explore the processes of healing and change, particularly within the contexts of relationships, trauma, and the search for deeper meaning.

I bring a rich background of lived experiences that have significantly informed my practice as a therapist, allowing me to connect deeply with the challenges my clients face. You can expect me to approach our work together with curiosity, humor, and genuine emotional engagement, fostering a therapeutic space where exploration and growth can emerge.

experience

  • Adjunct Clinical Faculty (2024-Present) at The Wright Institute

  • Clinical Individual Supervisor (2024-Present) at California Institute of Integral Studies

  • Psychotherapist in Private Practice (2019-Present)

  • Individual and Group Counselor (2017-2019) at The Alcohol and Drug Council

  • Individual Counselor (2016-2017) at Marywood University Counseling and Student Development Center

  • Individual Counselor (2016) at Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services

  • Teaching Assistant (2015-2017) at Marywood University

training

  • Psychoanalytic and Relational Supervision Study Program (2023-2024) at The Psychotherapy Institute of Berkeley

  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Trauma, Level 1 (2023) at the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute

  • Basic Training in EMDR (2021) at the Sonoma Psychotherapy Institute

professional memberships

 

“It is by going down into the abyss that we discover the treasures of life. Where you stumble, there lies your treasure.”

- Joseph Campbell