Therapy for women and teens in San Diego, CA, ready to feel like themselves again.
Less overthinking. More you.
Your life can look successful, full, and beautifully put together, and still leave you wondering why you don’t feel quite like yourself in it.
You can read a room in seconds and meet everyone’s needs before they ask. What you can’t do is remember the last time you asked what you needed.
Let’s change that. I help women trade overthinking and over-giving for calm, confidence, and the freedom to say “no” and mean it.
Somewhere between school, friends, and everyone’s expectations, it gets loud in your head. You might be anxious, stressed, or unsure where you fit, and it can feel like no one really gets it.
Therapy can be the one place you don’t have to perform. Together we untangle big emotions, build self-worth, and find tools that actually help.
For parents: Your teen might say “I’m fine,” but you can tell something’s heavy. I work with your teen at a pace that feels right for them, and you’re welcome to be part of the process as much or as little as fits.
You spend a lot of time in your head, worrying about what could go wrong or replaying conversations.
You want to feel calmer, more grounded, and less overwhelmed by your thoughts.
You’re used to taking care of everyone else, being the responsible one, and putting your own needs last.
You want to find balance, set boundaries, and learn to choose yourself without guilt.
You second-guess yourself, worry about what others think, or struggle to speak up for what you need.
You want to trust yourself, feel more confident, and become comfortable taking up space.
You’re beginning to understand how your childhood experiences and past relationships have shaped the way you see yourself, navigate relationships, and move through the world.
You want to make sense of these patterns and find new ways of moving forward.
You find yourself giving more than you receive, struggling to communicate your needs, or repeating patterns in relationships that leave you feeling hurt or disconnected.
You want to build healthier relationships and feel more secure in yourself.
If this sounds like you, I’d love to connect! A free 15-minute call is a chance to say hi and see if we’re a fit.
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Maybe life looks mostly okay from the outside, but something inside feels a little off. You’re overthinking everything, saying yes when you mean no, putting yourself last, or simply feeling far away from who you are.
I work with women and teens who are doing their best but still feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what they need. For women, that often looks like burnout, anxiety, and people-pleasing. For teens, it’s the big emotions, stress, and pressure that are hard to put into words. Parents, you’re welcome in the process too.
I know what it’s like to be caught between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. I’ve had my own seasons of overthinking, uncertainty, and change, and while that doesn’t make me an expert on your story, it does mean I understand how messy and confusing life can feel. That’s the empathy I bring to my work.
I want therapy to be a place where you can take a breath, let your guard down, and figure things out without anyone telling you who you’re supposed to be. A place to get out of your head and back into your life, with more clarity, connection, and room to be yourself.
Every session is virtual, anywhere in California, in English or Spanish.
Anxiety is a smoke alarm that goes off when you’re just making toast. It isn’t a flaw. It’s a brain trying to protect you and overdoing the job. Together, we’ll learn to tell a real alarm from a false one.
Learn more about anxiety therapy →Some memories feel like they’re still happening, even when life has moved on. EMDR helps you move through what still weighs on you, without having to relive every detail, so the past can start to feel like the past.
Learn more about EMDR →Tired, tense, on edge, or disconnected? Your body may be trying to tell you something. Somatic therapy helps you slow down, tune in, and get out of your head and back into your body, so you can feel safer and more at home in your own skin.
Learn more about somatic therapy →You may not even call it trauma, and that’s okay. Sometimes the hardest part isn’t what happened, but how it still shows up in your anxiety, your relationships, or the way you keep it all together to feel safe. Together, we’ll gently make sense of it, at a pace that feels right for you.
Book a free consult →Growing up comes with a lot of pressure. Therapy can be a place where your teen feels heard, builds confidence, and learns tools that help, with you supported along the way.
Talk about your teen →Sometimes it’s easier to express what you feel in the language you grew up with. I offer therapy in Spanish, in a space that honors your culture, your family, and your story.
Ver en español →You don’t need to know. The free consultation is a chance to share what’s been going on and figure it out together.
Book a free consultExtended 90-minute EMDR sessions are available for clients seeking focused support in processing distressing experiences, trauma, and patterns that continue to impact their lives.
Free 15-minute consultation included before your first session.
I offer a limited number of reduced-fee sessions for clients who may not be able to access my full private pay rate. Sliding scale availability is based on current openings and individual circumstances. Please reach out to explore whether this option may be a fit.
Yes. I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation to help determine if we may be a good fit for working together. This is an opportunity to ask questions, learn more about my approach, and discuss what you are looking for in therapy.
Currently, I offer virtual therapy sessions only through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. Virtual therapy provides a flexible and accessible way to engage in meaningful therapeutic work while creating a comfortable space for reflection and connection.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-informed therapy approach designed to help people process distressing experiences, memories, and beliefs that may continue to impact their present-day life. EMDR supports the brain’s natural healing process by helping individuals reconnect with difficult experiences in a way that feels safe, supported, and manageable.
Somatic therapy explores the connection between your mind and body by paying attention to physical sensations, emotions, and nervous system responses. This approach can help you build greater awareness, regulate stress, and reconnect with yourself in a supportive and grounded way.
Yes. I believe therapy should feel accessible and offer a limited number of sliding scale spots when available. If you are interested in exploring this option, we can discuss availability and whether a reduced fee may be a good fit during your consultation.
Sí. Sesiones completas en español, o mezclando inglés y español, según lo que te salga más natural.
I understand that life can be unpredictable, and sometimes plans need to change. I kindly ask for 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Sessions canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice, or missed appointments, will be charged the full session fee.
When possible, I will do my best to find another appointment time within the same week to support continuity of care. This policy allows me to protect the time reserved for you while also honoring the commitment I make to each client I work with.
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That was genuinely the hardest part. I’ll reach out at the contact you gave me and we’ll set up your fifteen minutes.
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Under the No Surprises Act, if you are not using insurance to pay for therapy, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of what your care is expected to cost. You can ask for one before scheduling, and you will receive it in writing before your first session.
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San Diego, CA 92130. All sessions are online, anywhere in California.
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