Empowering women to overcome anxiety, build self-worth, and set strong boundaries.
Therapy for women in San Jose and across California.
As a woman, I understand how easy it is to shrink yourself to fit, overthink every decision, and keep going long after you’re running on empty.
You may look like you’re holding it together on the outside, while inside you’re carrying anxiety, self-doubt, and the pressure of always being “the strong one.”
You might recognize yourself here:
You say yes at work—extra projects, late nights, constant availability—because disappointing someone feels worse than burning out.
You show up for everyone else, smiling through it, while inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally numb.
You avoid conflict or swallow your needs because it feels safer to stay quiet than risk being dismissed, blamed, or misunderstood
Your body reacts before your mind does—a tight chest when an email comes through, a pit in your stomach when voices get raised, or a sudden shutdown during conflict.
You apologize for things that aren’t your fault, minimize your feelings, or make yourself smaller to keep the peace.
You wake up already tired, after nights spent replaying conversations, old memories, or worrying about what’s next.
These patterns didn’t come from nowhere.
These struggles aren’t who you are.
They’re survival strategies you learned.
At some point, your nervous system figured out how to keep you safe—by staying alert, agreeable, productive, or emotionally contained. And for a long time, that worked.
But now, those same strategies may be showing up as anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others.
At work, you might second-guess yourself in meetings or push yourself past your limits just to feel worthy.
In relationships, you may over-give and feel resentful—or pull away when things start to feel too close.
With family, old roles can reappear automatically, even though they no longer fit who you are.
And in quiet moments, rest can feel uncomfortable, joy fleeting, and calm hard to trust.
You’re not broken. Your system is doing exactly what it learned to do. And it can learn something new.
Let’s find a new way forward—together.
In our work together, I’ll use EMDR therapy along with other trauma-informed approaches to help your brain and body release what’s been holding you back.
Many of the women I work with tell me:
“I understand why I feel this way—but knowing that hasn’t actually helped me feel better.”
That’s because insight alone doesn’t always reach the part of the brain where these reactions live.
EMDR works differently. Rather than just talking about the past or learning more coping skills, EMDR helps gently process the experiences that are still stored emotionally and physically—often beneath conscious awareness.
We move at a pace your nervous system can handle
You stay in control at all times
We prioritize safety, grounding, and stability before going deeper
You’re never pushed. You’re supported every step of the way.
WHAT WE’LL WORK ON
Imagine a life where…
You wake up without that familiar knot of dread. Your body feels steadier as you move through the day. You’re able to focus at work without constantly bracing for the next email or interaction.
You rest without guilt. You’re more present with the people you love. You notice yourself responding instead of reacting—especially during stressful or emotional moments.
In your relationships, you speak up more clearly. You say no without spiraling afterward. You allow yourself to be seen without worrying you’re “too much” or asking for too much.
Over time, you trust yourself more. The inner critic softens. And you begin to genuinely believe—not just intellectually, but deep down—that you are enough as you are.
At the end of the day, I want you to know:
Those beliefs that whisper “I’m not enough,” “I don’t matter,” or “It’s not safe to be myself” didn’t come from nowhere — they were shaped by what you’ve been through. In our work together, we gently go to the root of those experiences using EMDR so they can finally loosen their grip. My hope is that, over time, something steadier and more true takes their place: I am worthy. I matter. I am safe. I can trust myself.
You’re allowed to take up space.
Your future self is calling—let’s find her together.
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Questions?
FAQs
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If you feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, self-doubt, or people-pleasing, struggle with past trauma, or simply want more confidence and peace in your life, therapy can help you feel supported, understood, and empowered.
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I use a blend of proven approaches to help you not just cope but find lasting relief.. My primary approach is EMDR, a structured therapy that goes beyond talking to help your brain heal from distressing events and the negative beliefs that those experiences have shaped-like releasing the weight of “I’m not good enough” or “It was my fault”.
We’ll combine this with:
Gentle talk therapy: To explore your story and build a new, more compassionate narrative
Body-based skills: To calm your nervous system and help you feel safe in your own skin
Mindfulness & values work: To help you connect with what truly matters and take practical steps toward a life you love.
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Every woman’s journey is unique. Some people notice changes in a few months, while deeper trauma work may take several months or longer. Together, we’ll create a plan tailored to your goals and pace.
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Therapy can help you:
Quiet the internal alarm bells: Find relief from the constant anxiety, hyper-vigilience, and overthinking, allowing you to finally relax and feel at ease.
Rewrite the script that says you’re not enough: Release the heavy burden of shame and self-criticism, and build a core belief that you are worthy of happiness and respect.
Stop walking on eggshells: Feel empowered to speak your truth and protect your peace, even if it disappoints others.
Create connections that feel good: Move beyond relationships that drain you and learn to build partnerships and friendships based on mutual trust and safety.
Inhabit your life more fully: Stop feeling disconnected or like you’re watching your life from the outside, and start feeling present, engaged and truly alive in your own skin.
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Fill out a quick questionnaire here to schedule a free 20 minute consultation. The first step is simply a conversation about what you want and what you need from therapy—no pressure, just clarity and support.
