Hey there!

I’M ANDIE.

I know how isolating it can feel to face a stressful or traumatic life event alone, and how the possibility that life could be different can feel totally out of reach. It is my mission to help you process life's most challenging moments in a contained, nurturing way so that you realize that you don’t have to face it all alone. My hope is that through the therapeutic process, you will to heal and start to feel like yourself again. 
I primarily work using the evidenced-backed trauma therapy intervention called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This intervention focuses  on decreasing the emotional responsiveness and reframing negative beliefs associated with painful memories. Although challenging work, I bring an empathetic, creative, curious, and playful approach towards the healing process.  I view therapy as deeply collaborative and truly believe that every person with whom I work holds the capacity to heal. It is a privilege to witness and accompany you on this journey of transformation.
Email: andie@illuminatedmindtherapy.com
Phone: (925) 289-8025
One day, you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through and it will become someone else’s survival guide.
— Brene Brown

You might work with Andie if you or your child…

has experienced a experienced a traumatic or stressful event or if old trauma has been activated by a recent life event (i.e. transition, new stress, or media/news). Oftentimes, after challenging incidents, you may notice a change in your or your child’s mood, relationships, behavior, or sleep. Sometimes children and teens become much more anxious or more withdrawn. They can even “act out” with big behaviors such as yelling, hitting, or breaking objects, and they can also “act in” through behaviors such as self-harm. Regardless of your or your child’s current challenges, psychotherapy can help them re-build their self-esteem, restore their relationships, and help them feel more like themselves again.

ANDIE’S BACKGROUND

LICENSES

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #138874
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #14711

EDUCATION

M.A. Counseling - Saint Mary's College of California
B.S. Cognitive Science & B.A. Psychology  - UC San Diego

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)