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As a survivor of many life adversities and challenges, I understand that healing and understanding oneself are unique to each individual and are rooted in our ways of knowing. I take a strength and resilience-based approach in holding space that is centered on empathy and compassion.  

I specialize in working with BIPOC communities in the following areas of focus and approaches: Intergenerational/Historical Trauma, CPTSD/PTSD, Family of Origin, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Assault, Intimate Partner Violence, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Substance Use, First Generation, Imposter Syndrome, Career Coaching/Counseling, Burnout, Self Esteem, Adolescent/Teens, Spiritual/Religious Trauma, System Impacted, Colonization/Decoloniality, Racial Justice, Socio-Economic Issues/Poverty, Privilege, Codependency, Death/Dying.

I utilize CBT, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive, Mindfulness, Expressive Art Therapy, Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Compassion Focused    

Here’s a little about me: I am a third-generation Oakland native with roots from Mexico and Apache lineage from New Mexico and Arizona. I earned my AA from Laney College, and later my BA and MSW from UC Berkeley. I am an artist, poet, and healer within my circle through practicing traditional plant medicine and other ways of knowing which was taught to me by my Elders. 

During my downtime, I find ways to reconnect to my higher self through practicing art, cooking, listening to music, going out in nature as well as spending time with my plant, fur babies, and loved ones. I am a lifelong learner and am always finding ways to self educate and walk my own road of self-discovery. It is my belief that as we each heal and empower ourselves, in turn, we heal, grow, and evolve collectively.   It takes much courage and strength to walk the road of healing and self-discovery. 

It would be an honor to walk this journey alongside you, as you walk into your power and strength, and actualize the goals you have set forth ahead on your path.