It looks different for everyone. I show up where you need me. We usually start with one question: what's at the forefront of your mind, the one thing you can't get past?

I'm a solution-focused, person-centered therapist, which means I'm with you, human to human.

I like to think of a problem as a brick wall. When you're standing right up against it, it feels enormous. Part of our work is taking ten steps back so you can see the edges and the way around it.

Learn more about me and my approach.

I usually book new clients about one to two weeks out after their initial phone consultation, depending on my current availability.

It can take a little longer to get started around the holidays.

I accept the following insurance:

UnitedHealthcare · Oxford Health Plans · Anthem Blue Cross of California · Cigna · Aetna · UMR · UHC Student Resources · AllSavers UHC · Meritain · Nippon · Optum Live & Work Well (EAP) · Lyra Health · Providence Health · Carelon Network · Sutter Health EAP

Please contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your benefits. I am happy to discuss more during our phone consultation.

The contact form is the best way to reach me, and I'll get back to you within one to two business days.

If you'd rather call or text, that works too.

From there, we'll set up a 15-minute phone consultation to make sure we are a good fit for each other. If I don’t think I am the right person to support your needs and goals, I will tell you honestly.

The answer to this question is different for everyone.

Most of my clients start to see a difference after about the eight-week mark. I'll ask how big that brick wall looks now. Most people tell me it's smaller, and they can start to see a way around it.

I'll tell you. This is the reason all new clients get a 15-minute phone consultation, to make sure we are a good fit before you commit to anything.

Sometimes it becomes clear after a few sessions that you would be better served elsewhere, and I'll be honest with you so you can get the support you need. Even if it’s not from me.

Yes. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT124326) and Oregon (T2078).

All license and registration information can be verified by each state’s regulatory board.

California - https://www.bbs.ca.gov

Oregon - https://www.oregon.gov/mhra/Pages/Verify.aspx

Every person is different, but here's what I typically see. Clients usually start weekly. Around four to six months in, many move to every other week. A few months after that, to monthly. Most people reach a maintenance phase somewhere around nine to twelve months. But again, this looks different for everyone.

Yes. Spanish was my first language and I'm fluent. Some clients prefer a mix of English and Spanish, and we can figure out together what works best for you.