About

Let me paint you a picture…

Your experiences will be the eyes and ears to show us where you’ve been and where we should go together on your journey.

We will use these to customize your therapy sessions to find the most effective techniques for you.

It will be intense – and sometimes painful – but you won’t be making this journey alone.

We’ll go through the process together in a nonjudgmental, safe, and nurturing environment.

Let me help you get moving.

Let’s face it: Often, it isn’t difficult to find yourself in a dark place.

Sometimes, you may feel like you’re drowning in your own pity.

But here’s something to consider: If you’re at your lowest point or suffocating, do you really want to stay there?

Or are you going to do your best to get out and breathe?

Anything but being still is a win – and ALL wins are important.

It’s YOUR journey.

You’re here. You’ve taken the first step in the search for meaning, enlightenment, and purpose.

Together, we’ll gauge where you are along the way and tap into your inner strength.

I’m here to help you get where you want to go.

Forging the necessary tools and cultivating mindful awareness, we’ll get you there. To the other side.

Though I’m here to serve as your guide and facilitator, the experience is ultimately YOURS!

And NO ONE can ever take the success of it away from you.

But how?

Have you found yourself wondering how I can expect you to share some of the most painful crap that’s ever happened to you with me?

Truth is, at times, you may feel vulnerable and helpless. But the results and the “Aha! Moments” will make it all worth the effort.

I use a direct approach; we’ll always put honesty and authenticity at the forefront.

Together, we’ll form a connection based on trust and integrity – without judgment.

And let’s not forget humor – life is hard enough to deal with, so let’s remember to laugh along the way, too.

That’s the kind of vibe I like to set.

As we go…

We will sit across from one another, and I’ll develop tunnel vision –

To listen to your every word. To observe your every gesture. To “get” you… to really understand YOU and why you’re here.

And what you’re going through? I’ll absorb all of that, too, so I know which path is best for you and what you would respond best to based on your experiences and personality.

You’ll feel the genuine care I have for you, and you’ll be at ease.

Because I’ve been there.

Take back the wheel!

Depression can pop up at any time. It never truly goes away, but you can learn to manage it better.

Depression rides with you wherever you go. Sometimes it feels like it is doing the driving – other times you have it under control… but you want more of those times.

Let’s learn how to keep depression in the trunk.

On this journey, I’ll be your biggest cheerleader. I’ll make you feel safe and nurtured –

So we can map the way to where you feel empowered, alive, and grateful.

To love yourself. To be fully YOU and live YOUR best life.

About me

My educational background consists of attending California State University, Northridge, for both my B.A. in Psychology as well as my M.S. in Counseling, with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Since 2007, I have provided out-patient psychotherapy and crisis intervention assessing a spectrum of mental health issues with clients of all ages – in English and Armenian. I’m licensed with the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences, LMFT#101314.

My specialties are depression, anxiety, domestic violence, and abuse/trauma. I have also created a workshop to increase awareness, prevention, and treatment for domestic abuse.

With warmth and humor (sometimes sarcastic), I will help you navigate through your tough times and celebrate your successes. I will help you attain the power and confidence to transform your life for the better through a specific development plan tailored to your needs.

My client’s success is at the forefront of my thoughts both when you are in session with me and throughout the week.

I believe it is essential for all humans to show courage and perseverance when faced with life’s many challenges. I continue to work through the negative patterns within myself as well; we all have them. My utmost desire is to share my experiences and expertise to help you find the transformational change you seek.