Associate MFT #109755
Supervised by Elysha Martinez LMFT #93493
510-592-7933
Based in the East Bay and serving CA via telehealth.
Losing track of our stories and feeling out of touch with our identities can leave us feeling disconnected, anxious, and uncertain about how to move forward. Maybe you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, or like no matter how much you do there’s always something missing. Therapy is a place where we can discover ways forward together. In this collaborative and non-judgmental relationship your story will be honored and respected - a space to find yourself and be yourself.
As a therapist, my style is warm, authentic, caring, and straightforward. I come from collectivist people who talk deeply and seriously, and laugh a lot. My work with clients revolves around exploring how we see our internal worlds, how to hold the depth and intensity of our emotional experiences, and the everyday impact of intergenerational trauma. We all are impacted by the systems we are embedded in - I am a strong advocate for people navigating systems of oppression and cultural narratives that have negatively impacted their lives.
With a collaborative and non-judgmental witness, you will begin to hold yourself with more self-compassion, and quiet the harsh self-critic that you’ve been living with for so long. Together we will peel back the layers of oppressive narratives and expectations that have held you back, and expand your vision for hope, pleasure, and belonging within yourself. Together, we can find the right tools, support, and research-based practices so that confidence is accessible and you can have a sense of wholeness while navigating life’s difficulties.
Specialties Include:
*lgbtq+ community, gender spectrum, sexuality
*non-monogamy & kink
*racial identity, multiracial identity
*complex and/or ambiguous identites
*activists & wounded healers
*trauma, ptsd, & intergenerational trauma
*coping with oppressive systems
*self-care and self-compassion
*over-intellectualizing
*chronic pain, chronic illness, disability
*relationship therapy
Contact Me
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!