Hi,

This may be your first time considering therapy or maybe you are returning to the practice - whatever your path - getting a feel for a potential therapist is essential. While words can never cover the entirety of who we are they can ignite resonance - and that is my offering here.

After decades of work in social advocacy (wealth disparity and homelessness) it was time for me to knit together learnings from this work and the wisdoms of life to create a space that would hold others in their journey. Therapy was this avenue. I began my studies at CIIS and found the tools of transpersonal, somatic and Gestalt practices were the foundation that would bring this to fruition.

Having the privilege of therapy myself I know the life changing benefits of being heard and held by someone who understands your experience from a personal and lived place. I believe we heal in connection and understanding.

My identify as a white queer, genderfluid person is foundational to my work. The raw, vulnerable and courageous experience of queer life gives me a quality of understanding and depth of capacity that is unique. I hold difference and paradox in a way that is judgement free and expansive. We hold multitudes and deserve respect and safety to explore this expanse and space to choose our expression.

Those who feel like they stand apart or alone, eccentric or often misunderstood, folks who are incredibly shy or introverted, people who struggle to find the words to describe their feelings - those who walk off the beaten path or find themselves curious about a different path resonate deeply with me and often feel they have found a safe haven with me. I strive to work from a place of humility and curiosity - in awareness that I will continue to learn and unlearn.

Let’s meet so you can share more about what you are seeking in therapy and see if we are a fit for each other.

With love, 🤍

Amy

Education-

I hold an MA in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and trained at ICC - Church Street. My undergraduate work was completed at UC Davis in Comparative Literature with a minor in Italian.

Affiliations

CAMFT

SFCAMFT

Gaylesta - Co-President