Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee in Practicum at California Institute of Integral Studies
jried@axismunditherapy.org
Supervised by Elysha Martinez, LMFT #93493
Have you ever felt too queer to spend time with your straight friends, but not queer enough to spend time with your queer friends? Folks tend to confide in me when they feel lost or like they do not belong. In my experience, it is rare to find someone who has not had to deal with these feelings at least a handful of times in their life. As we grow and traverse new obstacles in our lives we are bound to need a little help at times. Whether it is a new identity that we are confused about, an old pattern that continues to creep back into our lives, or an entirely different experience that we have no chance of fully understanding, we deserve to feel seen.
I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, valued, and understood. My counseling approach is rooted in creating safety and rapport, allowing folks to explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. I aim to cultivate a therapeutic environment that fosters connection and authenticity, helping individuals embrace their unique journeys. In my practice, I specialize in working with shame and grief--letting go of and setting to rest each of them, respectively. My goal is to empower clients to explore their identities and relationships, affirming that all forms of love and connection are valid.
Together we will work on dismantling limiting beliefs and self-doubt in order to feel more fully all of the emotions on the spectrum. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful vehicle for growth, offering a compassionate space to explore challenges and celebrate progress. I invite you to show up as you are, with all your complexities and strengths. Therapy can be a profound investment in yourself, and the journey begins with finding the right fit. I would be honored to explore with you.
Specialties:
LGBTQIA2S+ identity exploration
polyamory/nonmonogamy and alternative relationship styles
boundary setting
grief/loss
shame and shadow work
inner-child/parts work
spiritual emergence
Modalities:
Humanistic
Transpersonal
Internal Family Systems
Contact Us
Starting is easy! Use the form on the right to begin our conversation. We'll start with a free, 30 minute consultation to see if we're a good match. If we're not, for any reason, I'll provide you with other referrals that may be a better fit - my commitment is to your well-being first!