Experience
Santa Anita Family Services
My clinical training began in 2001 at Santa Anita Family Services. There I worked with individuals, couples, and led group therapy for substance abuse and domestic violence.
Hillsides
I expanded my clinical experience in 2002 by working at Hillsides in Pasadena. There I worked with children and families.
The Claremont Colleges
It was at The Claremont Colleges where I ended formal training by completing my final clinical internship in 2003 and a post-doctoral fellowship in 2004.
Private Practice
I began my private practice experience as a Psychological Assistant in South Pasadena under the supervision of Dr. Alan Karbelnig in 2004. After obtaining my license in 2008, I have continued my private practice in Old Town Pasadena.
Caltech
I had the privilege of establishing my career as a Staff Psychologist at Caltech in 2005 immediately following my post-doctoral fellowship. For 13 years, I worked with undergraduate and graduate students. Being one of the few psychologists who specialized in couples therapy, my love for working with couples grew. I ended my tenure at Caltech in 2018 after being promoted to Senior Staff Psychologist.
Occidental College
To further broaden my expertise in the university setting, I took a Staff Psychologist position at Occidental College for a year while also working at Caltech. This position allowed me to helped me grown my skill set.
ArtCenter College of Design
Following Occidental College, and still concurrent with Caltech, I had the incredible opportunity to work at the ArtCenter for 2 years. Working with this fundamentally different population relative to Caltech and Occidental allowed me to further expand both my therapeutic approach and skill set.
Rose City Center
I began my journey at Rose City Center, a non-profit organization in Pasadena, as a board member in 2004. In 2016 I was honored with the Clinical Director position where I continue to help shape our mission. In that role, I manage the training program for Pre/Post-Doctoral Fellows, run the Professional Development course, and supervise clinicians as needed.