After completing grad school at Boston College, my post graduate work was primarily in medical social work, where I worked helping folks in mental health crises, addiction, and with complex, life limiting illnesses. I also spent time working in adult and adolescent psychiatric inpatient facilities. I saw firsthand the impact individual therapy had on patients in the clinical setting and it inspired the framework of my current practice.

As a psychotherapist in private practice for 3 years, I prioritize the individual needs of my clients and feel privileged to do this work. I commit to ongoing learning and deepening my practice, currently studying psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the New Center for Psychoanalysis. I find it useful to study depth psychology as well as modalities in trauma treatment to deepen my perspective on challenges that my clients find they’re stuck with.

In addition to my education and experience, I have found it valuable to disclose the intersection of my identities, as a bi-cultural (Mexican-American), lesbian woman with my clients. I value working with others who are part of the LGBTQ+ community as well as those in periods of self-discovery and transitional stages. I spend my free time with my partner and our dogs, playing tennis, and working to build community with other providers in the area.

Credentials and Training

LCSW# 110396

Ongoing training and consultation:

• Candidate - Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program at New Center for Psychoanalysis

In progress:

• Somatic Regulation and Embodiment Strategies - Linda Thai

Completed trainings:

• Trauma Certificate, Boston College, Complex Trauma Certification Training I, II, Gottman Method Level I, ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), Integrative Sex and Couples Certification, Gender Affirming Letter Writing - No More Gatekeeping

Completed education:

• Masters of Social Work, Boston College

• Bachelors of Social Work, California State University Los Angeles