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Therapist, Educator, and Relational Explorer

 

About Me

 

I hold a Master of Science in Counseling (MFT) from California State University, East Bay. I am also an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator. My background spans over two decades in peer counseling, harm reduction, intimacy education and coaching, and community care within queer, trans, and nontraditional relationship spaces.

 

I am queer, genderqueer, polyamorous, neurodivergent, and deeply committed to therapy that honors complexity while prioritizing consent, liberation, and joy. I don’t believe healing is linear — it is relational exploration: sometimes messy, but absolutely worth it. I bring my background as a sexuality educator, activist, and community organizer into the therapy room so conversations about desire, power, grief, pleasure, embodiment, and boundaries are welcomed as central to the work.

 

When I am not in the office or traveling for work, I live in Oakland with my partner and our family. I enjoy spending time in the serenity of nature, exploring foodie opportunities, nerding out about the intricacies of relationships, and creating whimsical art across a range of mediums. I am also an avid reader and love to share book recommendations.

Credentials & Experience

Diplomas & Certifications

  • Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT #156522) — Supervised by Nicole (Niki) Khanna, LMFT #122099
  • M.S. in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration, California State
    University, East Bay (2025)
  • AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator, American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (2021)
  • Holistic Sex Educator Certification, Institute for Sexuality Education and Enlightenment (2020)
  • California Multi-subject Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization, California State University Northridge (2011)
  • Early Childhood Education Training, Santa Monica College (2010)
  • Bachelor of Arts, Peace Studies, Chapman University (2009)

Teaching & Lecturing Posts

  • Chapman University
  • The Women’s Center for Creative Work
  • Project Q
  • University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
  • San Diego State University
  • California State University Long Beach
  • Orange Coast College
  • Antioch University
  • Moorpark College
  • Pierce College
  • California Institute of Integral Studies
  • Institute of Sexuality Education and Enlightenment
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