I specialize in working with:

• Driven professionals who appear successful on the outside but feel burned out, disconnected in relationships, or quietly wrestling with imposter syndrome

• High-achieving couples stuck in pursue–withdraw or fearful-avoidant cycles who long to feel close, safe, and emotionally connected again

• Individuals ready to heal from trauma, attachment wounds, or emotionally complex childhood experiences that continue to show up in adult relationships

• Those navigating major life transitions, relocation, divorce, career shifts, identity changes, or grief and seeking grounded support during times of uncertainty

Many of my clients are capable, insightful, and deeply committed to their work, their families, and the people around them. They’re accustomed to managing it all independently.

Therapy becomes a space where they can finally soften, be fully known, and begin to heal in meaningful, lasting ways.

I believe therapy should do more than provide insight, it should create real emotional shifts. My work integrates evidence-based modalities that go beyond traditional talk therapy:

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps the brain naturally heal from distressing experiences so they no longer feel overwhelming or emotionally charged. It’s a powerful, evidence-based approach for trauma, anxiety, negative core beliefs, performance blocks, relationship wounds, and patterns like perfectionism or chronic self-doubt. As a Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant, I help high-functioning individuals move beyond simply coping toward deep, lasting healing.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples

As a Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor-in-Training, I help couples identify negative interaction cycles, deepen emotional safety, and rebuild secure connection. EFT is one of the most researched and effective models for couple’s therapy.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy

IFS therapy helps clients understand and heal different parts of themselves, such as the inner critic, perfectionist, or overwhelmed protector. Rather than fighting these parts, we learn to relate to them with clarity and compassion, creating internal balance and resilience.

This integrative approach allows us to work at the root level and not simply manage symptoms.

My practice is intentionally designed for clients who value depth, discretion, and highly personalized care. This isn’t surface-level therapy or quick fixes. Instead, you’ll experience:

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  Thoughtfully structured, evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique history, goals, and nervous system

• Work that creates change at the root level helping your brain and body respond differently to stress, relationships, and life’s demands

• A warm, attuned, and focused therapeutic presence where you feel deeply seen and supported

• An approach that balances emotional depth with practical forward movement, so insight translates into real-life change

Clients often share that they feel both profoundly understood and gently challenged, emotionally supported while also making meaningful, tangible progress.

Education, Licensure & Advanced Training

• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California (LPCC-19584)
• Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona (LPC-15409)
• ICEEFT Certified Therapist and Supervisor-in-Training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
• ICEEFT Certified Therapist in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy
• EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant in EMDR Therapy
• IFSI Trained Therapist in Level 1 & Level 2 in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
• SPI Trained Therapist in Level 1 & Level 2 in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

I regularly pursue advanced consultation and training to ensure my clients receive current, research-backed care.

I serve clients throughout Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Tustin, and surrounding Orange County communities, with virtual therapy available across California and Arizona, including Scottsdale and Paradise Valley.

Many of my clients are executives, attorneys, entrepreneurs, physicians, and creatives who appear confident and capable at work while privately carrying the weight of responsibility, performance pressure, and emotional fatigue.

Therapy becomes a place where performance is no longer required.

I believe real growth requires both courage and compassion. Choosing therapy isn’t a sign of weakness, it’s often one of the most self-aware and intentional decisions a person can make. My role is to offer a grounded, supportive space where you can explore honestly, feel deeply understood, and begin creating meaningful change.

Whether we’re working to repair a relationship or soften your inner critic, our work will be collaborative, thoughtful; balancing emotional depth with practical movement forward.

Beginning therapy is an intentional investment in yourself and your relationships. Here you’ll find clear, straightforward answers to practical questions about the process, logistics, and what to expect in our work together.

Do you work with high-achieving professionals in Orange County?

Yes. Many of my clients are successful professionals in Orange County who appear confident and capable but privately struggle with imposter syndrome, anxiety, or self-doubt. Therapy offers a confidential space to explore what’s underneath the pressure to perform.

I’m not in crisis, but I feel overwhelmed and stretched thin. Is therapy appropriate?

Absolutely. Many high-achieving women seek therapy not because something is “wrong,” but because they’re tired of overfunctioning and carrying everything alone.

Do you offer in-person therapy in Costa Mesa?

Yes. I offer in-person sessions in Costa Mesa and virtual therapy for clients throughout California and Arizona.

How is your approach different from traditional talk therapy?

My work is attachment-based and informed by EFT, EMDR, and IFS. We focus on the deeper relational patterns shaping your confidence, work stress, and relationships, not just symptom management.

If you’re ready to explore working together, I invite you to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation. We’ll discuss what’s bringing you in, answer your questions, and determine whether we’re a good fit.

Therapy can be a turning point, not because it changes who you are, but because it helps you reconnect with who you already are.