About Stef

I believe clients should know a little backstory about their therapist. And since you made it here, it seems you do too...

I am born and raised in the Bay Area.

I live in Oakland, CA with my pit bull, bubs.

Growing up, I was a competitive horseback rider. This was my world. 7 days a week, holidays and weekends, I was at the barn or a 3-day competition. I attribute this part of my life to the reason why, as an adult, I have so much dedication to anything and all things.

I consider myself a creator. I found makeup early in life. The world of self-expression through color always fascinated me... Being a makeup artist inspired me to learn ways to help those who are struggling within.

If you struggle with sense of self, I see you, and I have been there too. I want to support those to know that you are more than your mental health diagnosis, you are a whole person.

As a therapist, I try to always work from a foundation built honoring your past experiences, and celebrating your inner and outer strength. After all, our stories make us who we are. Whether yours needs a "chapter rewrite" or a "total do-over", I got you.

We'll do this together.

Education & Experience

I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Counseling, with a specialization in Marriage and Family therapy. I am dually-licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and a CCAPP Clinical Supervisor (LMFT, LPCC, CCAPP-S).

I have held multiple leadership roles in non-profit inpatient treatment agencies. I have worked within the prison system and with incarceration-impacted individuals for the majority of my career. I am passionate about providing accessible, quality care, to individuals impacted by systemic challenges our world provides.

To read more about my education and experience, you can be redirected to my LinkedIn page found here.