About Me

I am a clinical psychologist who share my time between Fresno and Los Angeles, California, and also hold a license in the state of Kansas. I am passionate about my work and utilize an interactive, warm, and empathetic approach in my practice. I take a genuine interest in getting to know you so we can work collaboratively to help you reach your goals.

Education and Training

I graduated from California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California with my doctorate in clinical psychology, and completed my internship and postdoctoral residency in Springfield, Missouri. I have worked in a variety of settings including community counseling centers, hospitals, medical centers, and residential treatment centers. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, stress, depression, substance use, trauma, and life adjustments.

I also have specialized training in neuropsychological assessment and treatment, and work with individuals who have suffered traumatic brain injuries and other medical conditions (e.g., chronic pain, gastrointestinal diseases).

Areas of Expertise

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Stress (academic, work related, performance)

• Trauma (e.g., domestic violence, physical/sexual

  assault, natural disasters)

• Substance use

• Medical conditions that cause emotional distress (gastrointestinal diseases, amyloidosis, neuropathy, chronic pain, traumatic brain injury)

Treatment Modalities

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)

• Client-centered therapy

• Mindfulness-based therapies