As a South Florida native with a rich Lebanese and Colombian heritage, I have always been passionate about understanding and supporting people from diverse backgrounds. I graduated in 2017 from Columbia International University in Columbia, South Carolina, with a double major in Psychology and Bible, followed by a master’s degree in Clinical Counseling.

 

Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience working in nonprofit organizations, group practices, and residential facilities. My work has involved supporting girls in the juvenile justice system, families involved with DCF, and individuals facing life’s many challenges. I have also provided counseling to teens, families, adults, and couples dealing with a wide range of concerns, from depression to motherhood transitions.

 

My areas of focus include anxiety, grief, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress management, and navigating major life transitions. I also offer Christian-based counseling for those who seek to integrate faith with mental health, using biblical truths alongside traditional therapeutic interventions. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices like trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy, with a strong emphasis on integrative mental health.

 

In our sessions, my aim is to foster a safe, trusting, and collaborative environment where clients can feel empowered to transform their pain into purpose. I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, incorporating healthy lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise, sleep, hobbies, social connections, and faith to promote overall well-being.

 

When I’m not working, I love exploring new restaurants, traveling, hiking, kickboxing, and dancing. I firmly believe that nourishing our soul is key to living a fulfilled and joyful  life.