Healing the body and mind, together
I am a therapist, writer and educator who works with a wide variety of individuals and groups. My research and clinical expertise subjects includes: gender identity, substance use, HIV/AIDS, sex and sexuality, trauma, lived experience in the foster system and divorce. It is a true honor to serve individuals who are seeking change and navigating immense challenges in their life. I am here to provide support, expertise and a safe container in which you can show up as 100% yourself. I center each client's lived experience and seek to assist you on the path towards finding your truth, belonging and wholeness.
My approach is mind/body centered, and allows for safe exploration of unexpressed emotion and body-stored trauma. I am trained in: Somatic Experiencing, Sensate Focus Work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational Somatic Healing, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing. I also incorporate an understanding of neuroscience, poly-vagal, mindfulness, attachment theory and relational methods.
Specialties:
- Relationships and relational challenges
- Marital challenges and divorce
- Trauma (historical, communal and personal)
- Couples
- Sex and sexuality
THERAPY
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with individuals in California. I have worked with a wide variety of individuals looking to expand and grow with regular therapy sessions. I am passionate about helping people feel liberated in their expression of gender, sex and sexuality. I often work with individuals who have substance and alcohol use challenges, depression, anxiety, and disabilities.
EDUCATION BASED SUPPORT
My presentations and workshops for offer at this moment are:
- Working with LGBTQQI patients in the clinical setting
- "I've Never Worked With a Transgender Client" - Research Based Information on Best Practices When Working With Trans Clients