About Laura

Hello and Welcome!

For over 19 years, I have had the privilege of providing mental health therapy, supervision, training, and consultation to families and professionals throughout Southern California.

I thrive in diverse roles and am passionate about building meaningful relationships with my clients and staff—relationships grounded in respect, empathy, collaboration, encouragement, and empowerment. My specialized training includes trauma-informed care, infant and child mental health, and reflective supervision, allowing me to work closely with each individual to understand their unique challenges while building on their inherent strengths to help them achieve their goals.

What drives me most is helping people not only develop a deeper understanding of themselves, but also gain insight into others, ultimately improving their relationships and overall quality of life.

Currently, I serve as Director of Clinical Services at Child Development Institute in Reseda, California. When I'm not working, you'll find me spending time with my family—my husband, our two wonderful children, and our lovable golden retriever.

Training and Certificatons

  • Infant-Family and Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist and Reflective Practice Facilitator II  

  • Domestic Violence Advocate Training Completion 

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certificate

  • Center for Prevention and Early Intervention (CPEI), Certification

  • Specialized Training in Reflective Supervision

  • Center on the Social-Emotional Foundations of Early Learning Preschool, Certification            

  • Pediatric Sleep Intervention 0-5 Certificate

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Arts, Psychology

California State University, Channel Islands, May 2005

 

Masters of Arts, Clinical Psychology

Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy

Azusa Pacific University, July 2007