About Nicole

I think it's important to know who I am behind my therapy and therapist role. Behind this, I am a competitive soccer player, singer, dancer, cat/dog lover. I attended the University of Southern California to receive my Master of Social Work and Therapy degree ( Fight On!). I love being with friends and family, and enjoy the views in Palos Verdes ( my hometown), Redondo beach and Hermosa beach!

I have extensive experience working with anxiety disorders, panic disorder, depression, suicidal ideation, self harm, OCD, bipolar disorder(s), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), trauma and healing in family systems. I have seven years of experience with  adolescent development, young adult psychology and working with family systems.   Throughout the years, I have immersed myself in child development, adolescent development and young adult psychology from both USC and CSUN correlating physical and physiological growth and corresponding mental disorders that can lead to obstacles in schooling, social life, and career settings. 

I would love for you to know that I have a deep passion for sports and believe in sports and movement as a form of therapy.  In practice, I emphasize the healing factors of music, movement, and mindfulness. I take pride in bringing a sense of livelihood, vibrancy and energy into my  therapy sessions to make my clients feel at home.