I am a former Division I soccer player and a dedicated mental health professional with a passion for supporting emerging and elite athletes. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology/Anthropology from St. Mary’s College of California, followed by a Master’s in Education with an emphasis in Psychology, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy—both from Pepperdine University.
My clinical journey began at a community mental health non-profit agency, where I worked with children, teens, adults, and facilitated anger management groups while also serving as a clinical supervisor. Today, I run a private practice in the Bay Area, primarily working with children, teens, and adults.
My true passion lies in helping emerging and elite athletes of all ages and genders navigate the unique pressures of athletic life, including challenges related to anxiety, self-esteem, and identity. I find great joy in supporting these athletes as they learn to strike a healthy balance between having fun in their sport and working hard to reach their goals.
- Specialties: Anxiety related disorders, self-esteem, and identity.
- Workshops/webinars: Transforming negative self-talk, Creating visualization scripts, The power of affirmations. Topics done before: Introduction to Mindfulness, Integrating Mindfulness into Family Life, Anger Management tools, Creative Interventions for Children and Teens (for clinicians), and others that I have zero interest in revisiting.
- Clients: Child, teen and young adult athletes experiencing anxiety related disorders, low self-esteem/self-doubt, and challenges related to identity. As for specific sports, I’m most familiar with team sports such as soccer, softball/baseball, and basketball, but also have experience working with solo sport athletes.
