Hi, I’m Dr. Anissa!

Are you ready to meet the version of you that is thriving in relationships, is living a life that you love and feel whole in, and are getting to know the best version of you?

I’m a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in working with college, graduate, busy professionals, & adults of all ages moving into new stages of their lives.

My specialties include addressing anxiety and other difficult & unwanted emotions that show up physically in the body (headaches, knot in the stomach, racing heart, tightness in chest), relationship concerns (romantic, family, friends), self-esteem struggles, academic/career-related concerns, financial stress & money mindset, general exhaustion, imposter syndrome, and complex trauma (intergenerational, chronic relational trauma, covid trauma).

Approach to Therapy

I work collaboratively using a relational-cultural and whole-person integrative approach (addressing the link between nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mental health). I also will incorporate a wide range of scientific-based modalities tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals, including mindfulness, somatic experiencing, nervous system regulation, CBT, and attachment-based psychodynamic methods.

I’m also a Somatic-EMDR practitioner who specializes in complex trauma healing. 

Even in some of the more difficult parts of the process, I can guarantee that there will be many moments of celebration of the incredible changes and efforts that are taking place. It’s my goal that I match your pace and assess what you are needing in order for you to be able to more fully engage in the process. I want you to find your why, help alleviate hardships, and lead you into a place of empowerment and meaning so you can experience greater connection and joy in your life.

Common Therapy Outcomes

Some of the meaningful changes I’ve been able to see over the years include improvements in emotional and physical health, relationship satisfaction, communication, self-confidence, achieving major life goals, becoming a business owner, mindset shifts in how one relates to their finances, and even landing that dream job!

Mental Health Care the Cares

As quality care is a top value of mine, I prioritize maintaining a small caseload. By limiting the number of clients I work with, I ensure that every person receives the attention, time, and care they deserve. This approach allows me to focus on developing meaningful and effective therapeutic relationships with each client, leading to more personalized and impactful interventions. With a small caseload, I can dedicate the necessary time and energy to thoroughly understand each client's unique experiences, goals, and challenges, resulting in more tailored and beneficial treatment outcomes.

  • California Licensed Psychologist (PSY31755)

    Florida Licensed Psychologist (PY9827)

  • Doctor of Clinical-Community Psychology: University of La Verne

    Master of Psychology: San Diego State University

    Bachelor of Psychology: San Diego State University

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

    Somatic-Attachment Therapy Practitioner

    Somatic-EMDR Practitioner