I have always been interested in people’s stories.
I believe that at some point, everyone faces a life challenge and that it can help to talk to a professional trained to offer guidance and support.
I have over 20 years of experience helping clients make changes, finding inner strengths, and healing.
I feel great fulfillment in my work as a therapist and as an educator.
My style and approach
Clients describe my style as being empathetic, warm, professional and having a good sense of humor!
My focus is on the uniqueness of each client and feel it is important to establish rapport and a partnership so that the therapy experience is collaborative. I will not simply sit and listen but will interact, ask questions, and offer suggestions.
With more than 20 years of experience, I consider myself an eclectic therapist using an Integrative Holistic approach. I use a variety of tools from different therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, Guided Imagery, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Client Centered and Family of Origin in order to best support a client’s journey toward relief and wholeness of Mind, Body, and Spirit.
My Background
Having lived and worked for many years on the border of Texas and Mexico, I value the richness of a diverse culture and am very familiar with the Mexican American culture and speak and understand a bit of Spanish, although I am not bilingual. After moving to the Bay Area, I have had the pleasure of knowing and of working with cultures from all over the world as well as with clients who are part of the LGBTQ community. I honor diversity of culture, thought and identity.
I work with clients of all backgrounds and spiritual beliefs.
Education and Training
University of Texas at Austin — B.A. in Humanities.
University of Texas at El Paso — M.Ed. in Educational Psychology and Guidance Counseling.
Milton Erickson Institute in Phoenix Arizona developing skills in hypnotherapy.
Nationally Certified Hypnotherapist.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas (202631) and California.(46644)
I am a Nationally Certified Counselor.