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I have been studying and practicing scientific approaches to psychotherapy since 1997.  I focus upon the empirically based and proven research methods, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).  

Through this journey, I regularly attend trainings and seminars, spent over 3,000 hours with clients (a minimum requirement to take the licensing exam), and attended weekly clinical supervision meetings.  I have my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (main focus is on all aspects of relationships), and I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC#47653) with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).  Through this 10+ year journey, I am currently working full-time with my private practice in San Diego, centrally located in Mission Valley. 

You will find more details below about my background in psychology and marriage and family therapy, as well as, how I work as a therapist.

How my Therapy Career Began:

I began my education in psychology in 1997, at Point Loma Nazarene University with a major in General Psychology and a minor in Spanish. About half way through my bachelor’s degree, I decided to go live in Spain for a semester to solidify my Spanish. Traveling alone, I went to school full time at Bilbao University. At the same time, I took on an internship at a center called "Tximeleta" (meaning butterfly in the Basque language). While living in a different country, I was out of my element, living in a different culture, and learning to establish myself without family and friends. All of this helped me develop a stronger sense of self and build personal confidence.

I later attended Alliant International University (also known as California School of Professional Psychology). My graduate work was completed with the study for a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Through my undergraduate and graduate work, I accumulated my hours in various programs and internships. All of the experiences focused heavily on relationships that helped prepare me for my career as a therapist in marriage and family therapy.

My career dream was to have my own private practice doing therapy with relationships. Finally in 2004, after graduating, I started my dream in San Diego! I am centrally located in Mission Valley.