About Me

I'm a Licensed Clinical Therapist based in Northern California. I offer a grounded, warm, and collaborative approach to therapy, helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I specialize in working with adolescents and their parents to support healing and meaningful growth.

I hold both a Master of Public Health (MPH) and a Master of Social Work (MSW), and I spent many years working in health education within the health insurance industry. Over time, I was drawn to a more holistic path — leaving the corporate world to focus on yoga, mindfulness, and emotional well-being.

My background in public health gives me the perspective that physical and mental health are deeply connected. I often explore foundational wellness topics such as sleep, movement, and nutrition, helping clients understand how these factors influence emotional balance, focus, and resilience. I also believe strongly in the power of nature to heal. As a parent myself, I have a deep sense of empathy for both teens and parents navigating life’s challenges. My personal experiences help me connect authentically and provide insight with warmth and understanding.

The teen years — from about age 10 through 19 — are a time of enormous transition. It’s a stage filled with possibility, growth, and independence, but it can also be turbulent, confusing, and overwhelming. These changes impact not only the teenager, but also the parents and caretakers who are supporting them through this stage of life.

I have taught wellness and social–emotional learning in schools, provided therapy to middle school students, and worked closely with parents and educators to help families navigate the challenges of adolescence. These roles have given me a deep understanding of how emotional struggles show up both at school and at home.

Alongside my counseling work, I founded Little Pretzel Yoga, a children’s yoga and mindfulness program. Through this side venture, I discovered my love for working with young kids and introducing them to practices that support calm and focus. I believe that when children learn yoga, breath work, and mindfulness early on, they gain tools that continue to support them through adolescence and into adulthood. These calming practices remain an important influence in the way I approach therapy with both teens and families.

In addition to practicing yoga, I spend time with my two legged and four legged children, and find joy in spending time outdoors. Whether hiking, walking along the beach, or simply taking in nature’s beauty, I use these moments to recharge, reflect and stay grounded. These personal practices help me show up with balance and presence for my clients.