Born and raised in Southern California, I earned my BA in Psychology from San Francisco State University and my MA in Counseling Psychology from Washington State University. Subsequently, I earned my Doctorate in Couple and Family Therapy from the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant International University.

My doctoral dissertation focused on low-income caregivers experiences on government assistance while giving special attention to the impact of racism, classism and sexism on caregivers mental health and parent child relationships.

During my free time, I enjoy anything related to culture, art, food and traveling. Aside from continuously growing as an entrepreneur and writer, I enjoy reading, exercising, spending time in nature, cooking, and connecting with friends and family.