“Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.”

— bell hooks

My Story

I was born and raised in California’s Central Valley and now call New York City home.

As a first-generation college graduate and proud Latina, I know what it’s like to navigate spaces where you don’t always feel seen or understood. Growing up as the eldest daughter in a Mexican-American family shaped how I show up in the world, and it is what called me to this heart-centered work.

Much of my practice is dedicated to creating the kind of space I once longed for—one that feels safe, identity-affirming, and rooted in cultural pride. I want to offer you a sanctuary where you don’t have to translate your experience to be understood. Here, you don’t have to leave parts of your identity at the door. Whether we are navigating family dynamics, systemic oppression, or personal trauma, we will honor your full context and view your history as a source of strength, not a barrier.

Healing is a deeply personal process. My hope is to walk alongside you with care and curiosity, helping you reconnect with your inner wisdom and reclaim your power in a way that feels true to you.

How I Work

My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and deeply collaborative. I believe that you hold inherent strengths and wisdom; my goal is simply to offer a space where your authentic self can be expressed and honored. We will explore your past and present to deepen your understanding of who you are today—not just your challenges, but the ways you love, create, and dream.

I will invite you to tune into your whole self: your thoughts, emotions, and your body.

This includes noticing:

• Mood and energy levels

• Tension and physical sensations

• Impulses and self-soothing habits

• Sexual desires and urges

By carefully attending to these experiences, you can deepen your connection to your nervous system and build the resilience needed to learn, grow, and thrive.

Education & Training

Credentials

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) | New York State

• MA, Mental Health Counseling & EdM, Counseling Psychology | Teachers College, Columbia University

• BA, Psychology & BA, Education | University of California, Irvine

Advanced Clinical Training

• Trauma-Informed Clinical Practice | New York University

• Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies | Linda Thai

Key Modalities: My approach addresses the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. I integrate an anti-racist, feminist, and queer-affirming lens with the following modalities:

• Somatic Embodiment (SE)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Attachment Theory

• Psychodynamic/ Relational Therapy

• Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT)

• Art Therapy

• Play Therapy

• Mindfulness