
I’m a licensed trauma specialist dedicated to helping individuals heal from the emotional and physical wounds of trauma, including transgenerational and cultural trauma. With advanced training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy, I support those who have experienced childhood trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, and the lingering effects of inherited or culturally-based pain.
Trauma exists on a spectrum, and many people invalidate their own experiences by comparing them to others. Statements like “It wasn’t that bad” or “Other people have been through worse” often result in minimizing one’s pain, which leads to neglect of internalized trauma. This avoidance can show up as a dysfunctional relationship with self, difficulty connecting with others, and self-destructive cycles.
Unresolved trauma can surface in subtle and overt ways: through addictions, self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, low self-esteem, unhealthy relationship cycles, and increased vulnerability to psychological, physical, and emotional abuse. Unaddressed trauma also gives rise to a wide range of mental health disorders and emotional symptoms, including:
These challenges are not character flaws—they are often survival adaptations to pain that hasn’t yet had the space to be processed or witnessed. My work is rooted in compassion, insight, and deep respect for the individual path of healing.
My integrative, trauma-informed approach draws from:
For those seeking spiritual and energetic support, I offer Shamanic Energy Medicine as a separate, non-clinical healing modality. These sessions assist with soul retrieval, energetic clearing, and alignment with one’s higher path.
Whether you're healing from childhood trauma, cultural wounds, attachment ruptures, or are experiencing emotional symptoms without knowing why—I offer a space of deep presence, insight, and transformation.
No, I do not accept insurance — and that’s intentional.
This means no limitations on your treatment.
Choosing to invest in your mental health is a powerful first step toward building meaningful, lasting change in your life.
I offer depth-oriented psychotherapy, which is most effective as a long-term process. True healing takes time — and unlike insurance companies, I don’t believe in putting a timer on your progress.
Insurance providers often limit both the number of sessions and their duration. They also typically require a formal diagnosis just to begin treatment — and not all diagnoses are covered. I don’t believe in labeling someone after just one session. My work is rooted in building a strong therapeutic relationship, one that’s tailored to your unique needs, not a checklist.
Additionally, insurance requires your diagnosis to be shared if you pursue future care. That’s not aligned with the way I practice — your privacy, autonomy, and individual growth come first.
To schedule an appointment with Soul Ascension Therapy, please schedule a consultation through my booking feature, call 310-388-4971, or inquire via email. I will respond to your inquiry within the same business day.
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