Desert Bloom Therapy

I believe that my main purpose as your therapist is to help you blossom and reach your fullest potential. Together, we will figure out where to start, and I will be your most trusted ally throughout your journey of self-development and personal growth.

Theoretical Orientation/Approaches

• Integrative therapy: I blend traditional therapies (ie: cognitive behavioral) with creative expression, Buddhist Psychology, new experiences, storytelling (ie: therapeutic journaling, developing support systems), and other holistic wellness practices.
• Humanistic/Rogerian therapy: An approach to therapy that emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a genuine therapeutic relationship.
• Dialectical behavioral therapy Informed (DBT): A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that offers practical tools and strategies, tailored to your therapy goals, with an emphasis on mindfulness and self-validation.
• Women-centered therapy: An empowerment approach that can help you navigate societal expectations, challenge female stereotypes, assert your needs, and cultivate self-compassion.

Specialties

• Healing from childhood and toxic relationships, self-worth and identity development
• Mood Disorders (Bipolar Spectrum, Major Depressive Disorder)
• Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD)
• Codependency, Substance Use, and other maladaptive coping mechanisms
• Personality Disorder Spectrum (Borderline Personality Disorder and traits, Narcissistic Personality Disorder and traits)
• Domestic Violence
• Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

What you can expect from me

• A calm, caring, and nonjudgmental therapy style
• Creative ideas backed by science and research
• Active and engaged listening
• Direct, transparent communication
• Openness to your feedback
• Directive and non-directive approaches, depending on need