Psychotherapy Beyond Symptom Relief
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet find themselves caught in patterns that feel difficult to change. They may appear successful on the outside while inwardly feeling anxious, dissatisfied, or stuck. Some have already participated in therapy and feel ready to explore themselves at a deeper level. Depth-oriented psychotherapy offers a space to approach these experiences with curiosity, reflection, and care.
Psychoanalytic psychotherapy explores how unconscious emotional patterns and past experiences continue to influence how we live, love, and understand ourselves. Together we explore the feelings, patterns, and questions that may have remained difficult to make sense of on your own. Over time, this process can open the possibility for new ways of relating to yourself and to others.
My work is grounded in depth-oriented psychoanalytic psychotherapy and informed by more than 25 years of clinical experience. I integrate approaches such as EMDR, trauma-informed yoga, exposure and response prevention (ERP), and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy when appropriate. This integrative approach allows therapy to address the emotional, relational, and somatic dimensions of psychological experience.
As an immigrant and native Spanish speaker, I bring a culturally attuned perspective to my work and welcome clients who are navigating cultural identity, immigration experiences, or life between languages and cultures.
I work especially well with thoughtful adults, creatives, immigrants, and fellow therapists who are drawn to depth-oriented psychological work.
My practice is private pay, which means I do not bill insurance companies directly. This allows therapy to remain confidential and tailored to your needs rather than insurance requirements. If your plan offers out-of-network benefits, I can provide documentation that you may submit for possible reimbursement.
If you're curious whether working together might be helpful, I invite you to reach out to schedule a consultation.
A collaborative approach to crafting your inner journey
Trauma-Informed Yoga
Trauma can make us disconnect from our bodies and alter our sense of agency. Trauma-Informed Yoga is a tool that restores connection and assists regulation of emotions and the nervous system.
Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis
Psychoanalysis is a form of talk therapy that explores unconscious thoughts and emotions to understand and address mental health challenges. By examining patterns in speech, dreams, and behaviors, individuals gain insights into unresolved conflicts and emotions, leading to personal growth and improved well-being.
KAP
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative therapeutic approach that combines the use of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic, with psychotherapy. Administered under the supervision of trained professionals, ketamine helps induce a altered state of consciousness, enhancing the psychotherapeutic process.
Treating a variety of psychological conditions
Anxiety
Anxiety is a complex and natural response to stress, It is a normal part of life, but when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming, or disproportionate to the situation, it can interfere with daily functioning. By understanding the origins of anxiety, one can become more confident about managing it.
Depression and Dual Diagnosis
Psychoanalytic therapy for depression aims to explore hidden emotions which contribute to psychological issues, bringing them into conscious awareness in order to process and integrate them. Often, depression is compounded by accompanying diagnoses such as anxiety, addiction, or personality disorders. By understanding the the underlying causes and how conditions affect each other, psychoanalytic treatment seeks to provide insight, facilitate emotional expression, and ultimately promote psychological healing and well-being
Trauma
Trauma can significantly disrupt the development of a secure sense of self and impact one's ability to form healthy relationships. The cumulative nature of these experiences may lead to difficulties in regulating emotions, distorted self-perception, and challenges in establishing trust. Therapy can be a valuable healing agent toward living a full life while managing triggers in an adaptive way.
Relationship Issues
Psychoanalytic therapy can be particularly effective in addressing relationship issues by delving into family of origin dynamics and exploring blind spots that shape interpersonal behaviors and patterns. We can work on these issues in individual, family or couples therapy.
Identity, Creativity and Meaning
Psychotherapy provides a valuable space for individuals to explore, understand, and navigate the complex terrain of identity and meaning. I work with Issues related to spirituality, non-ordinary states of consciousness and creativity.
“Every person is a world to explore.”
— Thich Nhat Hanh
