About
I am a Licensed Christian psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, with over twenty years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with children, adolescents, and adults in diverse settings, specializing in areas such as grief and loss, trauma and abuse, attachment issues, adoptee concerns, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, social skills, and young adult transitions.
My passion lies in helping clients achieve their personal goals in a supportive, structured, and empathetic environment. I approach therapy with genuine care, offering a non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their feelings and experiences. I am deeply committed to guiding each person on their unique journey, fostering self-awareness and insight that often lead to meaningful, lasting change.
I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is a powerful tool for healing—creating a foundation of trust and connection that nurtures growth and transformation.
As a Christian who has worked with a number of faith-based organizations, I am experienced with integrating faith in my work with clients when there is a need.
My background:
I holds certifications in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Adoption and Permanency Curriculum, formerly known as Adoption Clinical Training (ACT). I am additionally certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and am trained in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM).
I draw on a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to each client’s needs, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Control Mastery Theory, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR-Adaptive Information Processing (AIP). This integrative approach allows me to address the whole person, supporting emotional, mental, and behavioral well-being.
Why I Became a Professional Christian Therapist
I chose to become a Christian therapist because I felt called to integrate faith into my work with clients. This approach not only aligns with my values, but it also gives me a deep sense of purpose in helping others heal and grow.
Client Payment Information
- Client rates are on a sliding scale
