Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Huntington Beach, CA

I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience. I’ve worked with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational challenges. I approach each person’s story with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, helping clients build awareness, regulate emotions, and shift unhelpful patterns. I blend structure with compassion to support clients move toward meaningful personal growth.

I know reaching out for help takes courage. My goal is to meet you where you are, without judgment, and walk alongside you as you build insight, confidence, and self-trust. Together, we’ll work to create lasting change that feels both sustainable and authentic.

I am a therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and co-occurring mental health concerns. I work with adolescents and adults, and my experience spans private practice, addiction treatment, community mental health, and homeless services. I hold a master's degree in psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy and am EMDR trained.

My approach is eclectic, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client's unique needs. Drawing from EMDR, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, I help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, process difficult experiences, and move toward lasting healing and growth.

Healing happens in a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted exactly as you are. Whether you're facing a current challenge or carrying the weight of past experiences, you don't have to navigate it alone. When you're ready, I welcome the opportunity to support your journey.

I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in behavioral health hospitals and care coordination. I bring a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens to therapy. As a Latina clinician, I recognize how culture, identity, and lived experiences shape our emotional well-being. I help clients navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, trauma, and major life transitions find healing, stability, and renewed confidence through compassionate, practical support. My goal is to help build emotional balance, self-understanding, and sustainable empowerment.

I received my Master of Social Work from Loma Linda University. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, combining evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness with trauma-informed care. I focus on helping clients gain self-awareness, develop coping strategies, and create sustainable change through compassion, structure, and empowerment.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel uncertain, but it’s a courageous choice. I hope that you feel supported, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and strength. Together, we’ll work toward healing that feels genuine, sustainable, and truly your own.