I believe that we heal and grow in relationships with others and ourselves when we feel a sense of belonging, connection, and presence without judgment (individually, collectively, societally). The purpose of therapy is not to fix you—when we allow the unfolding of emotional experiences, it can lead us to the emergence of a deeper understanding of yourself, self-acceptance, and connecting to the power and participation you have in relationships. I bring my authentic self to the therapeutic relationship as a person with lived experience as a queer mexican and european GenX cisgender woman. I am also lucky to be a parent to two incredible children (my teachers) in an LGBT+ family.

I received an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles, specializing in LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Psychology, and hold a B.A. in Fine Art from the University of Southern California. My educational and career background combines degrees in psychology and fine art, along with a prior career as a creative director in tech & entertainment, which informs my work with individuals and couples from all walks of life, including many who express themselves creatively through art, dance, music, writing, and acting.