As a queer second-generation Filipino American counselor in training, I specialize in identity and cultural issues (specifically with first-and second-generation Asian Americans and immigrants), grief and bereavement from a cultural perspective, living a values-aligned life, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. At the core of my approach is the belief that therapeutic relationship is the strongest force in inciting growth.
I would describe myself as an intuitive yet warm therapist who not only tolerates, but celebrates my clients’ unique identities. I am creative, often pulling from different modalities to suit the needs and unique identity of each client. My goal is to help you live a life that aligns with your values and move from a space of surviving to thriving!
In my free time, I enjoy devouring audiobooks, crocheting, visiting all of Richmond’s awesome cafes and craft markets, playing cozy games on my steam deck (iykyk), hanging out with my French bulldog Melon, and spending time outdoors.
Populations Served
- Intersectional identity
- Grief and loss
- Life transitions
- Values exploration
- Burnout
- Trauma
- LGBTQIA+
- Neurodivergence
- People pleasing
- Family conflict
- Depression
- Anxiety
Therapeutic Modalities
- Rogerian / person centered
- Mindfulness based
- Solutions focused
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)
- Internal family systems
- Attachment
- Family systems
- Multicultural
- Feminist
- Logotherapy
- Strengths based
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Existential
