I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in Washington, D.C., with a M.S. in Community & Trauma Counseling from Thomas Jefferson University. Previously, I spent five years working in media and communications in the D.C. metropolitan area with the mission of serving marginalized communities. I joined New Hope Counseling Group as a therapist and a yoga teacher in 2024.
As a queer, first-generation immigrant, I developed a deep understanding of the nuances of identity, culture, and the self from an early age, inspiring a curiosity in others’ stories. With experience working with LGBTQ+ and non-white populations, I am prepared to navigate intersectional identities with cultural competency and humility. My commitment to identifying, naming and dismantling oppressive structures on an individual level aligns with my advocacy for the decolonization of therapy.
My counseling philosophy emphasizes a collaborative and empowering therapeutic relationship tailored to individual needs. I have experience with diagnoses of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well as other presenting concerns. Whether you’re struggling to cope with stress, navigate a recent life change or managing a lifelong healing journey, I want you to know that you are not alone.
Rooted in trauma-informed care, my patient-centered practice integrates a systems approach, social justice frameworks, feminist and social relational theories, multicultural awareness and an existential leaning. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) along with interventions drawn from dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and mindfulness training. My training as a yoga teacher (RYT-200) informs a holistic approach to mental health, utilizing somatic techniques to connect the mind and body.
