Supporting you in reclaiming your truth and becoming who you were always meant to be.
I set out to create my private practice with the intention of offering a boutique experience, one where clients feel genuinely cared for and never rushed or limited by outside constraints.
Therapy with me is structured enough to bring clarity and direction, yet flexible enough to adapt to the realities of each client’s life. Together we trace the roots of long-standing patterns, uncover the themes that shape daily struggles, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
At the heart of my mission is a dedication to providing the highest level of care. Each session is grounded in depth, presence, and a focus on creating a truly personalized experience.
My hope is that this practice feels like a safe, welcoming place where every person can bring their whole self and know they will be met with care and deep respect, especially those who may have felt marginalized or othered elsewhere.
My mission is to provide therapy that is:
✓ Deeply Personal
✓ Thoughtfully Tailored
✓ Uncompromising in Quality
Meet Ava
PSYCHOTherapist | LMFT #142527
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an EMDR-trained therapist with a passion for helping people understand the deeper roots of their struggles. My mission is to create a space where therapy feels personal, thoughtful, and deeply supportive, allowing real clarity and lasting change to unfold.
I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and completed my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Bethel University, a COAMFTE-accredited program, graduating Summa Cum Laude. My early clinical work was rooted in the nonprofit sector, where I provided accessible care to individuals, couples, and families. During this time, I built a strong foundation in treating low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma, including PTSD and the lasting impact of childhood emotional neglect and attachment wounds. I also supported clients navigating major life transitions.
Over time, I’ve pursued advanced training in EMDR, complex developmental trauma, somatic and polyvagal approaches, and Gottman couples therapy. These methods allow me to bring both structure and flexibility into the therapy process, offering clarity while adapting to the realities of each client’s life.
Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and collaborative, bringing both lightheartedness and clarity in a way that keeps the work deeply human. I care deeply about offering the highest quality of care, and I’m committed to continually refining my skills so that each session reflects both depth and presence.
my Therapy Values
Curiosity
without judgment
Compassion
as a daily practice
Congruence
for mind, body, spirit alignment
Connection
for joyful, healthy relationships
A few things you should know about me…
Lifelong Learner
I love this work and am always exploring new trainings, books, and approaches to deepen my practice. Staying curious allows me to keep growing alongside my clients.
Holistic Integration
I’m deeply passionate about the connection between mind, body, and spirit. I believe healing happens most fully when we honor the whole person.
Grounded in Experience
My own journey has included both challenges and growth, and the therapeutic work I’ve done over the years continues to shape me. These experiences give me the capacity to empathize and connect with clients not from a place of perfection, but from genuine understanding and shared humanity.
Where I Find Balance
Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time in the San Diego sun with family and friends, staying active, and finding outlets that bring joy and balance. At the end of the day, you’ll usually find me winding down with a cup of ginger tea, enjoying music or tinkering with something creative, supported by a spiritual life that keeps me grounded.