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About My Clients
My practice serves the whole person, so while I have a focus on gender, sexuality, and, relationship issues, I see clients w/ an array of issues like anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, anger, and self-esteem. Together, we will work to relieve the stressors in your life, build tolerance for distressing situations, and resiliency on your journey to wellness.
My Background and Approach
My role is to support you in seeking solutions to your unique struggles. I treat trauma-related disorders by opening space for you to be in control and narrate your story. Together, let's honor your multitudes and make space for your parts to feel held, valued, & cared for. In addition to my clinical training, I have been in this field for 18 years and earned a Master's Degree in Sexuality Studies from San Francisco State University, where I focused my research on how folks learn about sex, pleasure, and boundaries outside of the formal education system. Advanced Clinical Training EMDR TRAINED: LEVELS 1& 2 Trauma Institute TRAUMA-FOCUSED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY Childhood Violence Trauma Center TRANSGENDER & GENDER EXPANSIVE CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS Ackerman Institute for the Family Gender & Family Project SEXUAL ATTITUDE REASSESSMENT TRAINING American Association of Sexuality Educators and Therapists San Francisco State University INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS Level 1
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I come to this work by way of circumstance — a twisting, prickly road that has ultimately led to a profound journey and continued commitment to healing through a therapeutic relationship. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a sacred and unique space where transformative healing can occur. I am a genderqueer Latina and hold social justice values, sex positivity, and pleasure at the center of my practice.