a dedicated therapist who loves the process of personal development.

I am a recognized storyteller and empathic listener trained to help you make sense of your own story and connect more deeply with your inner wisdom.

I gather inspiration from the ancient myth of the phoenix that must spontaneously burst into flames in order to rise from the ashes and regenerate anew… as well as Buddhist teachings.

Professional Life

I arrived to the healing arts like many other therapists that came before me, through experiencing my own challenges.

My experience as a start-up founder and working at a high level in “big tech” has given me a unique understanding of the pressures, challenges, and decision-making demands faced by high performers. I’m equipped to support individuals navigating high-conflict relationships, managing stress, and making pivotal life decisions, offering strategies that are both grounded and tailored to the fast-paced, high-stakes environments they operate in.

Parenthood and Family

My own journey as a parent has profoundly shaped the way I support others stepping into parenthood. Through lived experience, I understand the complexities, joys, and challenges that come with this role. This insight allows me to approach your unique journey with empathy, practical guidance, and a deep respect for the transformative nature of becoming a parent.

I invite you to schedule a free consultation call to explore if I’m a fit for you.

Clinical and Professional Experience

• The Heights Treatment Center, Primary Therapist and Group Facilitator (2022-2024)

• Lauren O’Connell, LMFT, Private Practice AMFT (2020 - Present)

• The Maple Counseling Center, Individual, Child and Family, and Group Therapy Trainee (2018 - 2020)

Training

• Paternal Perinatal Mental Health Training with Dr. Kevin Gruenberg (2024)

• Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) Couple Externship (2023)

• Applications of Somatic Experiencing in Group Psychotherapy (2023)

• MAPS endorsed ZENDO Project training and volunteer (2022)

• Certified Yoga Teacher Training, Yoga Works (2019)

Education

• Brown University, BA (Modern Culture and Media)

• Pacifica Graduate Institute, MA (Counseling Psychology)

Independent Learning That Informs My Work

• Yoko-ji Zen Mountain Center training

• Green Gulch Farms, SF Zen Center

• The Whole Brain Child (Dr. Dan Siegel)

• Radical Acceptance (Tara Brach)

• My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies (Resmaa Menakem)

• Man’s Search for Meaning (Viktor Frankl)

• My Father Before Me (Dr. Michael J. Diamond)