Today we hear so much about this generation of kids and teenagers, and how they compare to past generations. We find ourselves comparing the good, the bad, and the ugly. I’ll admit, I’m guilty of this too. What we seem to forget is how scary of a time that was – no matter what generation you grew up in. 

Now, if I had to guess, your childhood probably felt like a rollercoaster of emotions. Emotions that were labeled as either “good or bad.” The thing is, that’s a myth – emotions aren’t as black and white as they seem. Emotions just are, and how we react to them is what truly matters. I’m here to help you and your child understand that emotions make us human.

Growing up in a big, loud, and most of the time, chaotic Mexican family, I know what it’s like to be afraid to ask questions, to speak up, or to do things differently for fear of what is to happen. As the oldest, I also know what it’s like to care so deeply for others but not yourself. I know what it’s like to struggle to feel seen or heard, to feel like your emotions don’t matter or maybe they’re just not understood, and to ultimately, feel like you’re alone in this big and scary world. That s**t is hard! It is why I do the work that I do, so that I may be that person that my younger self needed and that I can imagine, your child may also need.

Education
Holy Names University
M.A. Counseling Psychology (2021)
M.A. Forensic Psychology (2021)

University of San Francisco
B.A. Psychology (2018)

Employment
2022 – Present: Therapist – ReThink Therapy
2021-2022: Program Therapist, Primary Therapist – Eating Recovery Center
2020-2021: Relief Counselor, Counselor – Progress Foundation
2019-2020: Middle School Counselor – USF Center for Child and Family Development

Throughout my career, I have worked primarily with kids and teenagers, ages 8-18, struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, emotion regulation, perfectionism, family conflict, and poor communication skills. In my experience working with youth, I have learned that this generation has so much to offer and teach us. They also have so much to learn about life. So why not help them along in that process? Therapy is a great tool to help your child navigate the inevitable challenges that come with life. A way to help them identify their emotions, understand them better, learn healthier ways to react to them, and ultimately, help them build a solid emotional foundation they can go on to use for the rest of their lives. Most importantly, it’s a space to help them learn more about themselves, while they feel safe and further supported talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Individual Therapy appointments 50 min sessions: $150

Couples Therapy appointments 50 min sessions: $175