Life can feel overwhelming, and in the midst of simply getting through each day, it can be easy to lose touch with yourself. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, heal, and reconnect more intentionally. I’m a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California who works with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and life transitions. As a first-generation Latina therapist, I understand how culture, family dynamics, and lived experiences shape the way we move through the world. My approach is warm, collaborative, direct, and grounded in creating a space where you can feel supported, understood, and accepted without judgment. You do not have to hold everything on your own. I grew up in Los Angeles as a first-generation Guatemalan American, where conversations around mental health were not always openly discussed or accessible. My curiosity about human emotions, relationships, and healing eventually led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Human Developmental Sciences with a specialization in Equity and Diversity, followed by a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. My clinical experience includes working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families across community mental health and psychiatric care settings. Through this work, I’ve seen how deeply relationships, trauma, culture, and life experiences shape emotional well-being. Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, but you don’t have to navigate everything alone. If you feel we may be a good fit, I welcome you to reach out for a free consultation.