I help clients successfully navigate and thrive through change.

I have always LOVED consistency and really wasn’t a big fan of change.

This was the mindset I had when I went off to college. Ok, to be honest, it was also the mindset I had after college. Upon graduating, I was ready to "go home" and get back to living that life that I left. 

Shortly after returning home and fulfilling that desire, I ended up with a job offer that brought me back up North to work for UC Berkeley, my alma mater. From that point on, I have moved 5 times, reinvented my career a couple times, went to graduate school, got married, had 2 kids, got a dog, formed 3 more core girlfriend groups in new communities and ultimately started my dream private practice (yes, these are the highlights - there have also been bumps in the road and undesired/unexpected twists to go along with all the goodness). 

Embracing the growth mindset...

The irony of it all is that while life transitions really weren't for me, it was something that I was curious about and wanted to help "other people" go through! Be careful what you wish for...after earning my Masters in Life Transitions Counseling, not only have I had the privilege of working with "others" in transition, I have had the opportunity to be my own guinea pig - over and over again! 

I now have a deep appreciation for transitions and the vital role they play in our lives and our growth.

My approach to life has always been to take responsibility for creating my reality and to look for the good in situations, and people. This approach is how I managed to successfully navigate my transitions, and it is also what attracted me to the field of Positive Psychology. Finally, there is scientific research to back all the stuff my gut told me about the art of flourishing. In the spirit of being a life-long learner, I added on a Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology and also earned my certification as a Positive Psychology based Coach so I could provide my clients (and myself) with additional pathways to live a thriving life.

That’s my story. I can’t wait to hear yours!