To best meet your needs, I provide the flexibility of both in-person and secure telehealth appointments for California residents. Together, we will discuss the options and decide on the format that best fits your therapeutic goals and personal circumstances.

  • Individual Therapy

  • Couples Therapy

  • Child Therapy

    (In -office only)

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Areas of Specialties

  • Anxiety can feel like a relentless loop of "what ifs," making it difficult to relax, focus, or enjoy the present moment. It might show up as a racing heart, a knot in your stomach, difficulty sleeping, or the constant feeling that something bad is about to happen. When everyday situations become overwhelming, it can interfere with work, relationships, and daily life. If you're tired of feeling on edge, know that you don't have to manage this alone. We can work together to help you regain a sense of calm and feel more in control of your thoughts and your life.

  • Everyone feels sad sometimes, but depression is different. It’s a persistent feeling of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that goes beyond the "blues" and significantly interferes with daily life. If you find yourself losing interest in hobbies you once loved, struggling with low energy, experiencing changes in sleep or appetite, or feeling overwhelmed by a sense of worthlessness or guilt, you are not alone. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can develop healthy coping mechanisms, challenge negative thought patterns, and regain a sense of hope and satisfaction in your life.

  • Life is a continuous series of transitions, both large and small. Whether you're a young adult adjusting to college, a caregiver balancing family and work, or a retiree redefining your purpose, each phase presents unique challenges. By providing a safe space for reflection, we can work together to help you process your path and emerge stronger and more aligned with your authentic self.

  • Whether you are struggling with social anxiety that makes daily interactions feel impossible, managing burnout from workplace pressures, or experiencing communication breakdowns with family and friends, these challenges can negatively impact your quality of life. I offer a supportive space to explore these issues, develop healthy coping skills, and help you work toward a greater sense of connection and well-being.

  • Grief can feel like a heavy cloak you can’t take off, affecting every part of your life—sleep, appetite, and how you connect with others. Perhaps you feel as though you're “grieving wrong”, or that the waves of sadness, anger, or guilt should have passed by now. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and every loss is unique. You don't have to carry this alone. I offer a compassionate space to help you navigate these complex emotions and find your way forward.

  • Navigating reproductive loss—whether miscarriage, stillbirth, or infertility—is a deeply personal and often painful path. I offer counseling for individuals and couples seeking understanding, healing, and hope during this tender time. Rooted in faith-based values, I provide a compassionate space to process grief, guilt, sadness, anger, and the complex emotions that often arise. I also support couples in strengthening their relationships and finding peace in trusting God’s plan. Together, we work toward healing of the heart and a renewed sense of purpose grounded in faith, hope, and love.

  • Getting married is one of life's most exciting adventures, and it deserves preparation that goes deeper than just planning the perfect wedding day. Premarital counseling is a proactive investment in your future. As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator, I offer you and your partner an opportunity to complete an assessment and based on the results, together we develop a treatment plan tailored to your relationship. This is an interactive and engaging process of completing more than ten different content exercises. Start your marriage with confidence and a deeper understanding of one another today!

  • Childhood can be tough, and sometimes little ones face big feelings they don't yet have the words for. Drawing from trainings in child-centered play therapy and other play-based modalities (e.g. Sandtray), I provide a safe and welcoming environment where children aged 4 to 12 can explore their emotions, build resilience, and learn healthy coping skills. I work closely with parents equipping them with strategies to support their child's progress, strengthening the family's bond and creating lasting change.

Connecting Faith with Mental Health

At Puerta Del Corazón Counseling, I believe faith is not just one aspect of life—it’s the foundation of who we are and what we do. In my faith-integrated approach, I draw from the Catholic understanding of the human person as a unity of body, mind, and soul, created in the image of God. This perspective allows me to see each patient not as a problem to be fixed, but as a whole person with immeasurable worth.

I integrate faith into the therapeutic process through reflection on Scripture, prayer when desired, and values-based dialogue that connects psychological growth with spiritual renewal. As Jesus says in Revelation 3:20, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock.” In therapy, I see this gentle knocking as Christ’s invitation to healing—welcoming Him into places of pain, confusion, or loss, and allowing grace to meet you there.

By combining evidence-based treatment with the wisdom of Catholic tradition, I aim to help you find hope, navigate suffering with purpose, and grow into the person God created you to be. I am also an active member of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association and stay up to date on the most effective treatment modalities that align with the Catholic faith.

This approach always respects your personal beliefs and is open to individuals of all backgrounds who are seeking greater self-awareness, peace, and wholeness. I also honor patients who prefer not to incorporate faith into their treatment, ensuring therapy remains centered on your goals and values.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thinking about therapy can bring up many questions. Below, you can find answers to some of the most common questions I receive.

Frequently Asked Questions