Hi, I am Cristina

I am a bilingual, native Spanish speaker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist ready to work with you in your healing journey. I did a Masters in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. I focus on treating trauma because trauma is most often the root of anxiety and depression.

I will use different approaches in our work together because I think you are a unique individual and you will deserve something specific to your needs.

Some of the approaches that I most often use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Internal Family Systems and Narrative Therapy.

I am trained in EMDR ( Eye  Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, an evidence based approach to treat trauma.  I consider it my super power because I have seen my clients make complete positive shifts in their life with it.

 I understand the challenges of making changes in life. I have experienced firsthand the complexity of the acculturation process as an immigrant from Colombia, which drove me to redefine my identity and transition careers.  I have a bicultural marriage and I am a mother of three, which gives me awareness of the challenges of marital relationships, and parenting. This knowledge, my education, and my experience in the field, have allowed me to help others on their journey.