“For Christians, our primary relationship is with God, and that greatly impacts how we view the world, ourselves, and each other.”
My Passion
I discovered my passion for therapy while working in education–first as a bilingual elementary school teacher, and later as a homeschool mom. In both contexts, I found myself drawn more to relationships and conflict resolution than the actual curriculum. So once my two daughters grew up, I went back to school for a counseling degree.
In my free time, I have a rather eclectic mix of hobbies. One day you might find me curled up with my cats reading a book or crocheting. The next day I might be hitting the open road on my motorcycle.
My Approach
I previously worked with families and kids at Father Joe’s Villages in downtown San Diego. While I do love working with individuals, working with families as a whole is a particular passion. I often use play therapy to help children express themselves, so that everyone has a voice.
I also rely heavily on “Attachment Theory” and “Emotionally Focused Family Therapy.” Both of these are types of therapy that emphasize that we are part of a network of relationships. Those relationships have influenced where we are now (good and bad) and are important to consider as we seek healing.
My Training
Undergraduate Degree in Elementary Education and Bilingual/Bicultural Studies, Northeastern Illinois University
M.A. in Marital and Family Therapy, Bethel Seminary
Attachment Theory
Play Therapy
Emotionally Focused Family Therapy