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Hi, I’m Dr. Essence! As a queer, multiracial and neurodivergent woman, I have first hand experience with trying to embrace my identity, find belonging, and navigate a world that wasn't made for me. When you begin therapy with me, you are starting a relationship with a psychologist who has walked the walk as much as she can talk the talk. I value showing up as a real person, so I connect authentically with my clients by balancing encouraging support with honest feedback and accountability. Through my own self-disclosure and personal stories, I aim to create a safe space for you to grow into your favorite version of yourself! I specialize in treating complex ADHD (ADHD + another mental health disorder) in LGBTQ+ and BIPOC women. I am passionate about helping my clients to uncover and embrace their full identities, find supportive communities, heal from trauma and discrimination, and build lives where they can exist proudly, fully, confidently, and safely.
Parenting can be overwhelming, and it's even more difficult when you are trying to navigate your own challenges, stressors and healing while also working through co-parenting or single parenting. My practice is dedicated to helping mother’s to build emotional independence, empower your parenting abilities, and recover from past traumas. We will work on practical tools to handle co-parenting challenges, managing a household, balancing your needs with the needs of your family, financial dependencies, establish coping skills and regular self-care practices as well as addressing the ongoing effects of past toxic and/or abusive relationships. Together, we’ll create a stable, healthy environment for you and your children.