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Aloha! I was born and raised on the island of Oahu. I hold licenses in HI, FL, and CO. I practice evidence-based modalities and am also a BCBA. I am Filipino, so I also understand how important cultural perspectives can be.
My approach
My perspective is from an eclectic Cognitive Behavior Model, combined with Solution Focused Therapy, ACT, and ABA, that recognizes the multiple aspects and levels within the human experience with the goal of individualization or wholeness. My perspective holds that unresolved issues create thoughts, beliefs, behavior, and life patterns that negatively impact the present. My work supports the client in discovering the root of those issues and leads towards the experience of a better quality of life they see for themselves.
My focus
I work with clients that fully participate and want to put in effort for a change!
My communication style
With my clients, I make sure we are on the same page during sessions and frequently check up on goals.
My journey to mental healthcare
I went to school to be a therapist to help people. I was a BCBA at the time and wanted to help more people!
My goals for you
With clients, we make goals almost weekly. I believe in small goal-setting to see results.
My first session with you
In the first session, the client should expect what I call "discovery." I am just getting to know the client and some history.
