A lot about me,

my life influences,

and what I love to do.

Entrepreneur and Wild Woman 

I grew up in a family of entrepreneurs. This taught me to have high risk tolerance, heart, and a deep conviction that I can build and bring an idea into existence. We suffered together when there was famine and celebrated when there was a feast to sink our teeth into. During COVID, I called in my upbringing and Mexican lineage and started my own food brand of salsa macha chile oil called Mama Macha. She connected me to my roots, to my hunger for something more – to my wild woman. I bring this same untamed spirit into my therapy practice, helping clients reclaim their strength and find what they’re hungry for.

Cook

Cooking has always been a gateway to creativity and healing. In times when I couldn’t find the heart to pursue music or art, the kitchen was a space where I could express myself. It’s a place where I’ve learned to reconnect with food, moving from seeing it as a source of punishment to recognizing it as nourishment, joy, and culture. Cooking also reminds me of my independence, a skill I first learned as a child. The kitchen has seen me at my lowest and held me in those moments, just as it’s been a space for sharing love with others. As a therapist, I see parallels between the act of cooking and the therapeutic process: both involve the blending of ingredients—whether it’s emotional, psychological, or relational—and creating something new.

Recovering Creative

At 18, I was offered the chance to audition for a renowned theater program. It felt like the beginning of something, but a father figure told me that if I wasn’t a prodigy by high school, I’d likely end up as “just a drama teacher.” Though I loved my high school drama teacher, the idea of a life in teaching drama, rather than actual performance, felt far from what I envisioned for myself. So, I tucked my creative self away, chose a business degree, and later switched to International Relations, all while rejecting anything related to performance. The envy and pain I felt around creativity were too sharp to ignore – it was difficult to even attend a concert or play without crying. 

It wasn’t until COVID, over a decade later, that I picked up music again and began to write songs. Since then, I’ve been on a path of creative recovery, rediscovering my voice and my artistry through poetry, music, and performance. This journey has been transformative—not just for me, but also for my approach to therapy. Just as I help clients reclaim lost parts of themselves, I’ve worked to reclaim my own creativity. I believe that nurturing our creativity, no matter how hidden or distant it may seem, is a powerful way to heal, grow, and reconnect with ourselves and our relationship to the world around us. 

Musician, Poet, Singer

For me, music, poetry, and performance are more than just creative outlets—they are lifelines. They’ve helped me metabolize emotions, alchemizing the painful and unbearable into something I can feel and move through. Singing, especially, has been a journey of reclaiming my voice—learning to sing “like myself”. It’s not just about hitting the notes or “sounding petty”; it’s about getting out of my own way and letting my voice and emotion flow freely. This process of creative recovery has shaped the way I approach therapy—bringing authenticity, vulnerability, and a willingness to explore deeper layers with my clients. I guide others to rediscover their own voices, helping them transform their emotions into something they can feel empowered by, not afraid of.

Burner

For the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of being part of some incredible OG Burning Man camps, learning profound lessons about radical self-reliance and communal effort. The desert forces you to take care of yourself, but the true magic happens when everyone contributes to the whole. One of my favorite moments was overhearing a seasoned Burner telling a newbie, “Anyone can act however they want out here—and people are allowed to react however they want.” This freedom of expression and the dance of individuality and community deeply influence how I approach therapy. I help clients explore their autonomy while recognizing their place within their relationships and communities, supporting them in expanding into their fullest selves while honoring their connections to the larger systems they’re part of.

Dancer

Even on my toughest days, dance has the power to breathe life back into me. When words fail, dance speaks for me—it moves me through stuck emotions and often leads me back to my voice. There’s something magical about dancing with a live blues band or a DJ who is listening and responding to the audience. In those moments, we’re co-creating the music and energy together. As a therapist, I draw on that same rhythm in my work, guiding clients to listen deeply to themselves and each other, to feel the subtle movements of their inner worlds. Just like in dance, therapy is a collaborative, dynamic process where we respond, connect, and create something new together.

Associate Therapist

My focus is on helping clients navigate the complexities that shape their lives with clarity and authenticity. I believe transformation happens when we hold opposing forces—strength and vulnerability, independence and connection—acknowledging that both are necessary for growth. My work is about unraveling the intricate layers of our experiences and helping clients find their own way through, with insight, resilience, and a willingness to face the unknown.

I hold a Master’s degree from CIIS (California Institute of Integral Studies) and work under the supervision of Dr. Grayson (License #1912119934).