I am an Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Bachelor’s in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz and a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a person-centered perspective, meaning I believe the relationship between therapist and client is central in supporting the therapeutic process. During my internship with the Santa Clara County drug courts, I worked extensively with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. This experience reinforced for me the importance of approaching every client with empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. In addition, I integrate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help clients recognize unhelpful thought patterns and build tools for emotional regulation.