EDUCATION:
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Psy.D., Marriage and Family Therapy, Alliant International University
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M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy, Hope International University
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B.A., Sociology, University of California, Irvine
CREDENTIALS/CERTIFICATIONS:
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 121364)
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Psychological Associate (PSY 94028770)
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AAMFT Approved Supervisor
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EMDR Trained
COURSES TAUGHT:
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Multicultural Perspectives in Counseling
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Research Methodology
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Substance Abuse, Addiction, and the Family
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Treatment of Older Adults
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Supervised Practicum
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Advanced MFT Theory: Strategic, Structural, and Experiential
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Biopsychosocial Influences of Behavior
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Dissertation
KEY AWARDS/AFFILIATIONS:
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Delta Kappa, the International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society United States
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American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT) - Clinical Member
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California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) - Clinical Member
ACADEMIC INTERESTS:
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Clinical Training and Supervision
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Ecological approach to Addiction and Recovery
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Relationship of Acculturation Process and Immigration Trauma
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Development of the Self of the Therapist
PUBLICATIONS:
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Dissertation: Ecological Factors of Alcoholism: The Subjective Experiences of Individuals in Sustained Remission, December, 2023
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:
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Scholarship: Ecological Factors of Alcoholism and Ways to Support from Inside Out
HOBBIES/INTERESTS:
I enjoy anything that’s considered a “grandma hobby,” traveling, solving jigsaw puzzles 1000+, and trying out new restaurants.
FAVORITE SCRIPTURE:
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION:
Education is the outcome of integrating students’ curiosity and openness to learning with the sound foundation laid out by the professor.
