BEHIND MY WORK

I’ve dedicated my professional life to guiding others toward emotional wellbeing. I hold a master’s degree in clinical psychology, a credential in school psychology, and a doctorate in educational leadership. Over the past decade, I have worked as a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and mental health educator in a variety of settings.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and currently hold a position as a mental health program specialist for a large school district in Southern California. In addition to my work in schools, I teach psychology at a local community college, lead mental health workshops, and speak on topics such as self-regulation and self-compassion.

Over the years, I have witnessed profound transformations that begin with the understanding and practice of self-regulation. While self-regulation is not a fix for life’s problems, it is a skill that can help us move toward a more intentional and balanced future.

My work is informed by the science of attachment, shame, self-compassion, and neuroscience, as well as lived experience—both my own and that of the individuals I’ve supported. I have also conducted and published a research study examining the links between early experiences, shame, emotional regulation, and self-compassion, providing valuable insight into how our earliest experiences shape the way we relate to ourselves.