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As a therapist-in-training and a coach with a passion for guiding others through meaningful career transitions, I bring a unique perspective to those considering a pivot into the field of therapy. My own journey from a successful career in product marketing and organizational leadership to pursuing licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist equips me with firsthand insight into the challenges, doubts, and rewards of embarking on this path. With experience navigating graduate school applications, clinical training, and the deeply personal introspection required for this profession, I understand the practical and emotional steps involved in becoming a therapist. My approach is tailored to help clients clarify their motivations, explore their values, and map out actionable steps to make the leap confidently and authentically. Whether you’re wondering if therapy is the right field for you, exploring graduate program options, or seeking strategies to build a fulfilling practice, I’m here to provide support, guidance, and a framework for success. Together, we’ll transform your passion for helping others into a purposeful career that aligns with your goals and values.

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Alaska with 14 years of experience in the mental health field, including psychotherapy, clinical supervision, professional mentorship, and clinical leadership. I hold a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California, a Master's in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard University, and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Berkeley. Throughout my career, I've worked in outpatient, residential, school-based, community mental health, private practice, and telehealth settings. I've held multiple clinical leadership and supervisory positions, providing ongoing supervision and mentorship to approximately 12 clinicians. My experience includes helping therapists strengthen their clinical assessment skills, case conceptualization, treatment planning, documentation, ethical decision-making, and confidence navigating complex cases. I currently specialize in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and other evidence-based approaches. I also bring extensive experience in clinical quality assurance, reviewing clinical documentation, and providing constructive feedback to developing professionals. As a bilingual English/Spanish clinician, I bring a culturally responsive perspective to my work. I'm passionate about helping aspiring and practicing mental health professionals develop practical clinical skills, navigate career decisions, prepare for professional opportunities, and grow into confident, thoughtful, and ethical clinicians. My coaching approach is supportive, practical, and individualized, drawing on firsthand experience as a therapist, clinical supervisor, and mentor.

I help therapists, counseling students, and clinicians decide what comes next when full-time clinical work no longer fits and non-clinical careers are an option. I have a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling, a certificate in College Counseling, and 10+ years in career counseling. After grad school, I spent five years pursuing licensure across outpatient, in-home, school, college, and hospice settings. Before COVID, I moved across state lines and chose to focus fully on career counseling and coaching instead of restarting licensure. In the past year, I’ve worked with 20+ therapist clients, many reducing caseloads or pivoting out of therapy. One recent client went from working three jobs to a fully remote, six-figure role in healthcare tech by translating her clinical experience into a non-clinical career. I also teach career counseling to therapists and counseling students, helping them integrate career work ethically or build a second income with clear boundaries.