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Oakland, Ca, Us

Berkeley, California

Program Expansion: Successfully launched a dual MFT/PCC licensure program, increasing student enrollment tenfold to 180 full-time students and establishing a leadership team with key first time hires to support growth. Accreditation Compliance: Led WASC accreditation reviews, and with diligent oversight ensured continuous accreditation with multiple commendations for strategic planning and comprehensive, data-driven program reviews.Curriculum and Faculty Development: Developed a 60-unit curriculum with built-in measures to enhance instruction and ensure alignment with licensing standards, leading to a 93% pass rate for graduates on the state licensing exam -- far above California’s 64% average. Student Support: Built a robust student support system that included DEI resources, a mentoring program, Field Placement Office, and technology-driven platforms, resulting in over 90% of students graduating on time.Change Management: Led a comprehensive pivot from in-person to remote instruction for 90 courses, developing digital resources and implementing policies to support students and faculty through COVID-19.

I’ve presented nationally for organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and the Humane Society of the United States covering topics from choice architecture and the psychology of dietary change to effective animal advocacy and performance enhancement for dancers. My experiential presentations focus on making behavior change accessible and sustainable, engaging diverse audiences including health professionals, wellness advocates, and leadership teams in understanding and driving individual and social change.

Mountain View, California

Directed the development and management of a comprehensive behavioral health program focused on patient-centered care for adults with eating disorders. Led a multidisciplinary team of medical and mental health professionals (MDs, RNs, RDs, MFTs, OTs, interns) to deliver an intensive Partial Hospitalization Program, integrating evidence-based therapies, individual and family counseling, group therapy, educational classes, and meal support for optimal client outcomes.

Oakland, California

Managed a professional practice guiding individuals, couples, and families through complex personal, relational, and health challenges. Coordinated care with external providers, such as psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and dieticians.

Stanford, California

Provided brief individual and couples therapy to undergraduate and graduate students at Stanford University. Facilitated psycho-educational groups for women with eating disorders. Fielded on-call emergencies one day per week to evaluate students in crisis and initiate hospitalizations when necessary.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Economics And Women'S Studies

Certificate, Drug And Alcohol Abuse Studies

One of the first of its kind in the U.S., the Certificate Program in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Studies was developed in association.

Psy.D., Clinical Psychology

The Wright Institute educates "clinicians to society" - clinical practitioners who bring a deep awareness of cultural and social context.