A team that seeks to be a catalyst of change, and empower people through clinically acute, empathetic, and meaningful psychotherapy.
H.o.p.e: helping out people earnestly, provides excellent, clinically sound, and deeply empathetic psychotherapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Workshops, retreats, and courses are available for the public, trusting that knowledge will empower and create change. We understand that setting foot on our patient’s history and life experiences is a privilege and we walk alongside them to navigate life uncertainties, challenges, hardships, and joys. It is through this collaborative and science-informed relationship that change can occur and people can flourish.
You walk through life feeling empty and lacking purpose and meaning. Each day feels like a struggle, and you find yourself dabbling in negative coping mechanisms, seeking momentary relief from the pain. The weight of these experiences can be overwhelming, making it hard to see a way out. As a psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping individuals and couples reclaim their lives. I believe that no matter how tough your childhood experiences, mood disorders, or self-sabotaging behaviors may be, there is always a path to healing. Together, we can overcome these challenges. Over my 15 years of practice, I have had the honor of guiding my clients through their darkest times. I have witnessed their incredible resilience and their ability to find joy, fulfillment, and meaning in their journey. It is a privilege to be a part of their transformation.
Intense emotions flood you, confuse you, anger and sadness invade you, and you are left cut off from the world. Due to this pain, you react, and then you regret it. Your relationship is hurting, conflict doesn’t allow you to connect with your partner even if that is what you want the most, it is as if things from the past are catching up to you and not allowing you to be the best version of yourself. You might not have found the tools to face it as a couple or individually.
As a therapist, I don’t believe that we are broken and in need of fixing; we are hurt and in need of care. to learn and grow. I believe we all have the built-in resilience and capacity to overcome these challenges: let’s find them together in either couple of individual therapy.
The journey through intense emotions can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving us feeling adrift and powerless. Moments of anger, sadness, and confusion can drive wedges between us and those we love, making it hard to communicate and connect. Such reactions often lead to regret, as past hurts impede our growth, impacting both children and adults alike.
As a psychotherapist dedicated to working with individuals and children, I want you to know that no one is irreparable. Whether you or your child is facing mood disorders, self-esteem challenges, or struggles with emotional regulation, we all need nurturing, empathy, and guidance to flourish. I believe in the profound strength and resilience that lies within each of us. Through gentle and personalized therapy, we can discover these inner strengths and navigate the journey to healing and deeper connections together.
If you or your child are seeking help, let’s work together to transform these challenges into pathways for growth and balance.
You’re struggling in your romantic relationship, whether that involves lack of intimacy, difficulty communicating, or just overall not feeling understood. The distance between you and your partner has been distressing and you’ve tried everything you can to connect. Emotional dysregulation is present and you wish there was a way that you and your partner could just get on the same page. Sometimes you fantasize about the beginning (honey-moon) stages of the relationship and wonder why things are so different than they once were! You and your partner are hoping to work on emotional regulation skills, communication skills, and ways of supporting each other. Begin your couples therapy journey with me where I use methods from attachment-based intervention, polyvagal theory, parts work, self-compassion practice, and Gottman. Your relationship will hopefully transition to a place where you can be open and honest about how you feel and what you hope for in your relationship.
Feeling stuck in the seasons of life, trying hard to seek a new path towards purpose and meaning, only to feel lost; stress, anxiety, and overwhelm hold you back. You want to break free from unhealthy patterns of overanalyzing, exhaustion, and self-criticism and you are ready to embark on a journey of growth and self-love - and to come home to your authentic self.
I bring a collaborative, empathetic, and intuitive approach to my work with clients. I believe when we connect to our inner wisdom, life’s challenges can be transformed. My approach is holistic, embodied, relational, cultural, and trauma-informed. Drawing from my diverse background and lived experiences, I am committed to helping you access your intuitive senses, connect with your inner essence, and live in alignment with your true self.
Sometimes the weight of your emotions can be overwhelming, leaving you struggling to find the right words or methods to address what’s inside. You may be searching for a more meaningful connection to yourself. I’m Renu, an experienced educator and school administrator with over 20 years in the field. As a student intern specializing in Art Therapy and Psychotherapy, I believe in the profound healing that self-exploration can bring through creative expression and therapeutic dialogue. With a deep-rooted commitment to social justice, I am here to help you navigate your emotional terrain.
I have experience with Talk Therapy and adopt a client-centered approach while applying the Humanistic Approach. In our sessions, you will find a safe and supportive space where your feelings can be expressed and understood through both artistic mediums and verbal communication. My goal is to help you harness the power of Art Therapy and Psychotherapy to build resilience and move forward on your path of healing.
Your mind does not stop racing; you hold on to a thousand catastrophic scenarios; your heart pumps; and your hand’s sweat. You may dismiss it as nothing more than stress. I have not only learned about anxiety theoretically, but I have lived with it and grown from it. Through the safe, welcoming atmosphere we build together, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as we work to help strengthen yourself and your relationships.
