Have questions about psychotherapy, art therapy, trauam-informed work, or how we may work together? Here’s some frequently asked questions.

  • Yes! I work with clients in both English and Spanish. You can reach out to schedule a consultation or start therapy here.

  • Yes — I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can meet, answer your questions, and see if we’re a good fit before scheduling your first session.

  • We’ll start with a consultation over the phone or online to discuss your goals and see if my approach feels right for you.

  • I do not provide crisis counseling. If you are in crisis, please call:

    • Integral Care 24/7: 512-472-4357

    • National Lifeline: 988

    • Emergency: 911

    • SAFE Line: 512.267.SAFE (7233), text at 737.888.7233

    • Individual psychotherapy & art therapy (including EMDR)

    • Group psychotherapy & art therapy

    • Immigration mental health support letters (VAWA, Asylum, U-Visa, T-Visa, Hardship waivers)

    • Consulting & coaching

    • Individual and group yoga

    All services are offered in English and Spanish.

  • EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help people process and heal from traumatic experiences, distressing memories, and challenging life events. Through a structured approach, EMDR helps the brain reprocess unresolved experiences so they become less emotionally overwhelming.

    During EMDR therapy, a trained therapist guides you to focus on distressing memories while using specific bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, taps, or sounds. This process can reduce the intensity of negative emotions, shift unhelpful beliefs, and promote healthier coping strategies.

    EMDR has been shown to be effective for a wide range of concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, phobias, and stress-related disorders. It is a safe and non-invasive therapy that helps individuals move forward with greater emotional resilience and clarity.

    Find more information about EMDR therapy here.

  • You are welcome as you are. I typically work with:

    • Survivors of trauma, abuse, and domestic or sexual violence

    • LGBTQIA+ clients

    • First-generation Latinos, immigrants, and adult children of immigrants

    • Clients navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, or complex trauma

    • Those exploring identity, self-esteem, or family dynamics

    • Clients navigating immigration-related stress or perinatal mental health

  • Your first session is a chance to get to know each other, discuss your goals, and explore how therapy can support you. Art therapy sessions include guided art-making as a tool for self-expression, insight, and healing, integrated with talk therapy when helpful.

  • You don’t need to prepare anything. Just bring yourself and any thoughts or concerns you’d like to explore.

  • Standard sessions are 50–60 minutes, with time to check in, process, and set goals.

  • Most clients start with weekly sessions to build rapport and consistency. Frequency can be adjusted over time based on your needs and comfort.

  • Currently, I offer virtual sessions through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.

  • All sessions are conducted via a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. You just need a private space and an internet-connected device — no special software required.

    • Individual therapy: $150/session

    • Sliding scale available based on financial need and life circumstances

    • Payments due at the end of each session; invoices sent for private pay

    • Major credit cards accepted

    • Insurance: I do not accept insurance directly but can provide superbills for reimbursement

  • Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid a full session fee.

  • I use a trauma-informed, culturally aware, and client-centered approach. My work may include:

    • Art therapy, EMDR, DBT, CPT, IFS-informed work, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness & Somatic techniques

    • Feminist, relational, and racially-informed approaches

    You guide the pace and focus of therapy; I’m here as a collaborator and guide.

  • We’ll set goals together and regularly check in to see your progress. Therapy is personalized, so growth looks different for everyone — even small shifts in awareness are steps forward.

  • Healing is unique for everyone. Some clients meet weekly for a few months, others for longer-term support. Together, we’ll adjust based on your goals and comfort.

  • Art therapy is a therapeutic approach that uses creative processes to help express emotions, explore experiences, and gain insights when words aren’t enough. Sessions are flexible and tailored to your needs, using mediums like drawing, painting, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, and performance.

    Find more information about art therapy here.

  • Yes. Everything shared in therapy is confidential, except in cases required by law (e.g., risk of harm to self or others). Immigration support letters are handled carefully and securely.

  • You can reach me to schedule a consultation or start therapy here.