My practice aligns structurally with traditional psychotherapy, but I also believe in expanding the framework to honor the complexity of human experiences. For those of us at the margins, mainstream concepts of “mental health” can sometimes miss or even reinforce harm. I strive to reimagine therapy in ways that are inclusive and liberatory.

Western psychology provides a base for my work, but I also draw from diverse wisdom traditions, all of which center on healing and freedom. A guiding question for me is: What helps you get free? I don’t see clients as broken or myself as the one with all the answers. Instead, we bring our collective knowledge, wisdom, and power into the process.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with degrees from UC Berkeley (MSW) and the University of Michigan (BA in Psychology and Women’s Studies). My training includes Buddhist psychology, relational psychodynamic therapy, and practices like conscious dance, authentic relating, creative writing, and vipassana meditation.

I’ve worked in a wide range of settings—from schools and clinics to foster care and community mental health—and contributed to research and policy on racial justice and systemic change.

I currently see adults (18+) via teletherapy (video or phone) who reside in California. At this time, I do not offer in-person sessions or work with clients outside of California.

Sessions are 50 minutes and typically take place once a week. Weekly meetings help us build rapport, clarify your concerns, and create the consistency needed for deeper work. If it feels supportive, we can sometimes meet more frequently.

I see clients Monday through Thursday, 9am–5pm PST. I don’t currently offer evening or weekend sessions. For those with standard work hours, teletherapy can add flexibility—you can join from a private, confidential space such as your car or another secure location.

No. You’re welcome to bring your full, authentic self—including your own beliefs and practices—into our sessions. While I may sometimes share from my own perspective or invite you to explore new ones, my role is not to change what matters to you. My focus is on helping you uncover and connect with your inherent wisdom.

Finding the right therapist can be a journey, and I encourage you to give yourself a few sessions to see if we’re a good fit. In our early sessions, I’ll check in with you, ask for feedback, and clarify your needs and goals. I also offer a free 20-minute phone or video consultation before our first session so you can ask questions and get a sense of our dynamic.

Sessions are $185, paid securely through Ivy Pay. I offer sliding scale rates, accept HSAs, and provide superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement (common with PPO plans). Please confirm your coverage directly with your insurance provider.

As of 2022, you also have the right to a “Good Faith Estimate” of costs. Learn more at www.cms.gov/nosurprises.