I am born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA, and I’m grateful to now support my community as a bilingual therapist offering services in both English and Spanish. My own introduction to therapy came during my teen years, struggling with depression and anxiety. Experiencing firsthand how healing, validating and transformative it can be to have a space to break cultural barriers and express my emotions is what ultimately inspired my path into this work.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, teens, adults, and families through life’s challenges. My background includes supporting teens and young adults and mentoring college and first-generation students navigating major transitions. I have worked intensively with children and families with autism and developmental differences, providing parent coaching, guidance around children and adolescent social-emotional development, and individual therapy through a neurodiverse affirming, developmental, and play-based approach. I approach my work with compassion, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit, meeting clients where they are and helping them feel understood and supported.

Credentials

I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Santa Barbara and have 3 years of clinical experience working with clients throughout Santa Barbara county. I am also a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT). My hope is to offer a grounded, welcoming space where you can explore, grow, and live a happier life.