Now Serving Orange County and the San Francisco Bay Area
Now Serving Orange County and the San Francisco Bay Area
SERVICES FOR ADULTS AND TEENS
Therapy for Adults
I want to support your growth! I address neurodivergent affirming therapy for autistic adults, anxiety, panic attacks, emotional distress, and mindful self-care.
I work with adults to:
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Explore neurodiversity traits focused on autism.
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Manage anxiety and fears.
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Reduce self-criticism and increase self-care.
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Increase a sense of accomplishment in life.
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Diminish work, life, or home stress.
I want to cultivate joy! I work with children 14 and older to address neurodivergent affirming therapy for autistic teens, anxiety, child and family conflict, and emotional needs of high aptitude (gifted) learners.
I help support teenagers to:
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Explore neurodiversity traits focused on autism.
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Calm anxiety and panic attacks.
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Improve friend and family relationships.
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Maximize school performance.
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Strengthen self-esteem.
Therapy for Teenagers
Neurodiversity Affirming Care is Crucial
As an autistic therapist myself, I get it. For far too long you have been looking for a neurodivergent affirming therapist who will understand you at your core. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, autistic meltdowns, or burnout from masking. You may feel completely overwhelmed. Therapy with me is a safe space to reduce those difficult feelings and increase your happiness. You may also be exploring what it means to be authentically autistic. If so, you've come to the right place. Neurodiversity affirming therapy is my passion. Let's find what autistic traits bring joy to your life.
This world wasn't designed for neurodivergent people like us. We are often invalidated for our emotional states and responses, sensory needs, and communication differences. I will meet you where you are and create that validating space where you can thrive.
For the autistic community, terms like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Asperger’s Syndrome can be problematic. I do not operate from a deficit based medical model, nor do I expect a formal diagnosis. There are many reasons that people do not seek out a formal diagnosis and I honor that. I will listen to your valid experiences with respect.
I will emphasize your strengths, prioritize your needs, and focus on your challenges to help create a world that works for you. Contact me when you are ready for your free consultation.
Wouldn't It Be Nice to Just Breathe Easy and Feel Relaxed
Anxiety can be difficult in the best of times, but these last few years have been especially challenging. Anxiety lies to you and uses fear to trap you. It stops you from stepping forward into success, living your life, and chasing your dreams.
However, there are proven methods available for you to cope with your anxiety or panic attacks. I use a combination of research-based methods to help ease your distress and customize them to fit you.
Now is the time for you to find your calm and centered self. When you’re ready to get some help in taming your anxiety, contact me for your free consultation.
Growing Up in These Difficult Times is Not Easy
Teens are often reaching out for connection and seeking someone who truly understands and appreciates them for who they are. I provide this type of friendly experience for your teen in a supporting environment where they will be heard.
I work with teenagers 14 years and older and focus on neurodiversity affirming therapy for autistic teens, anxiety, depression, reducing child and family conflict, improving interpersonal relationships, increasing self-esteem, and maximizing academic potential.
Adolescence is a challenging time. It’s a time to build your identity, find your place in the world, and discover who you hope to become. Now is the time for your teen to gain a greater sense of self and increase their happiness. Contact me when you are ready to set up your free consultation.
Be Welcomed as a Person and not Treated as a Disorder
I offer an empathetic ear and discuss solutions to emotional distress rather than treating you as having a disorder. There are many reasons you may feel things are not quite right. Work could be overwhelming, life in general could feel chaotic, your stress level could be reaching a high peak. Together we can find a way to conquer your mountain of distress.
I help to create emotional awareness, stability, self-care, and solid relationships by using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strengths Based Therapy (SBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Person Centered (Rogerian) methods.
I provide a compassionate space to address your difficulties and to increase your distress tolerance. Contact me when you are ready to set up your free consultation.