“Psychology is not only my career but my passion; I’m fascinated by how minds work and amazed by how individuals can break through even during the darkest of times as long as they take the right approach.”
What was your path to becoming a therapist?
Psychology is not only my career but my passion; I’m fascinated by how minds work and amazed by how individuals can break through even during the darkest of times as long as they take the right approach.
What should someone know about working with you?
I view mental illness not as a problem but a strong expression of how our mind and body tries to communicate with us. I try to understand my client's environment, upbringing experiences, and faith as well as their trauma and unsolved issues as part of my intake process.
What do you do to continue learning and building competencies as a provider?
I love to keep myself updated with current neuroscience, attachment theory, and mindfulness practice. I listen to motivational podcasts and meditation music to keep myself balanced and compassionate.
How do your own core values shape your approach to therapy?
Ethics and humanity are my principles for life.
Have you done any research-based work that you found particularly exciting? How does it inform your practice today?
I was in the psychology PHD program in 2018. I learned how culture, community, and socioeconomic status could shape our perspective of wellbeing. The Alma community offers services that are much more accessible for clients. Transparency is the key for great therapeutic alliances.
“I view mental illness not as a problem but a strong expression of how our mind and body tries to communicate with us.”