THERAPIST

Welcome to One Life!

I am Marriage and Family therapist trainee who graduated from the University of San Francisco with her masters. I completed my undergraduate at San Jose State University and graduated with a BA in Psychology and minor in Child and Adolescent Development

I have been leading The Newcomer and Trauma program here at One Life for three years. This program serves immigrant students and their families who are adapting to a whole new world and who have experienced trauma. I lead groups and help them regulate/identify emotions, develop new healthy habits, increase motivation, set goals, problem solve, build self confidence and so much more! I have incorporated art and play therapy so the children can express themselves through art. I also run parent education nights for newcomer parents and we work together on breaking generational patterns. I am the Program Director for our Una Vida, a division under One Life that will serve the latinx community.

I have experience working with couples, families, children and teens of all ages, and young adults. I also have experience running groups for grades 2-8 and for parents. My approach is seeing people in a holistic way and use different approaches to explore what has been going on in their life span. During this process, we will work as a team to help you overcome barriers and voice your opinions and emotions. I am passionate and have dedicated my time to help the underrepresented and underserved community. As an immigrant, women and person of color, I know the stigma that mental health has on people and I will fight everyday to break that stigma and educate families. My goal is to help you feel heard and seen. I cannot wait to start this healing journey with you.

Outside of One Life, I love to walk my three dogs and spend time with my husband, friends and family.