Feel overwhelmed, stuck, or worried about your child? These are really tough times we’re living in. There’s the impending climate crisis, conflict abroad, and an increasingly polarizing political climate. Even before the pandemic, there were reasons to feel stressed and withdraw - whether microgressions at work, being told “you’re too ”- fill in the blank, or trying to figure out how to juggle parenting and how it's changed everything in your life. Or maybe you're struggling with seeing your child adjust and cope with challenges at school. Life can be overwhelming; seeking help shouldn’t be. I take the time to get to know you and the facets of your identity, culture, values, and relationships. We think together about the internal and external factors, past and present, that contribute to current struggles. We work to repair past traumas, regulate your nervous system, and help you find joy and ease in your relationships. I have over ten years of experience working in a wide range of community mental health settings with people from all walks of life. I specialize in depth psychotherapy (psychodynamic), EMDR- an evidence based trauma treatment, and play therapy with children. I work in Oakland, CA and provide hybrid and in person treatments in two wheelchair accessible offices. I do not work exclusively online. I work with children and adults and welcome individuals of diverse identities and experiences in my practice: including racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, LGBTQIA+, ability & more. I know that deciding to get help can feel really vulnerable and is also incredibly brave. I will respect both and help you get in touch with your resilience. Please reach out. www.chaparralcounseling.com