One of the most elevated experiences as a young adult has been understanding the art of storytelling. At a young age, I learned that telling stories is more about the story itself. It's a personal narrative - a synchronous parallel between a deep awareness of internal existence, and a unique manifestation of feelings, experiences, and perceptions. 

But perhaps the most significant part of a human's journey to introspection is the beauty in connecting one story to another. I strive to find the common thread in unique memories, behavior, and knowledge that tie us together and make us human. I focus on understanding the development of social identities amidst shared patterns of conflict and real experiences.

I was born and raised in California's Central Valley and earned my degree in Psychology. I have worked in the healthcare field for 17 years, and I am trained as both a Certified Life Coach (CLC) and a Master Certified Life Coach (MCLC). I've developed a multidisciplinary approach to my life coaching style, adapted from cognitive science fields such as anthropology, psychology, and neuroscience. 

Aside from my academic training, my passion for studying and understanding social behavior and development stems from my own personal adversities. At 17 years old, I lost my mother to Lupus, and six years ago I lost my father, both major traumatic events have shaped how I understand coping with anxiety and emotional triggers. In addition, as a past victim of an abusive relationship, I understand the complexities of emotional abuse that permeate intimate relationships at many levels. These experiences motivate me to recognize temperamental and environmental factors which affect our responses to both major and minor life events. 

As a life coach, my mission is to achieve personal development while emphasizing the importance of mental health in addressing progress in personal and professional growth.