Heal, grow, and thrive: reconnect with yourself and build the life you want

I specialize in relationship struggles, anxiety, trauma, and depression, with a focus on LGBTQ+ individuals and identity exploration.

Life brings its share of challenges.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, past trauma, or simply feeling disconnected from your true self, seeking support is a brave and empowering step toward healing.

The forces that shaped you started long before you were born. They’re personal—like the experiences of your ancestors, your upbringing, the education you received, and the people around you—and they’re also systemic, shaped by the cultural, social, and economic systems you live in. Healing begins when you understand how these environments have shaped you and learn to extend compassion to yourself, insecurities and all.

I specialize in identifying the stories and defenses that once helped you cope but now limit your connection and growth. By bringing these patterns into awareness, we can bridge old ways of relating with new insights, helping you release self-judgment and deepen your sense of self and connection with others.

I support individuals in navigating trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues, and also in:

  • Moving from reactive to responsive in stressful situations

  • Healing self-criticism and building self-compassion

  • Exploring sexual orientation, gender identity, and relationship structures

  • Navigating life transitions (career, relationships, health)

  • Unlearning toxic relationship dynamics

  • Establishing healthy boundaries with loved ones

  • Overcoming imposter syndrome and burnout

Wherever you are on your journey, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

  • “Luisa’s calm and grounded energy helps me feel safe to explore things that feel too scary to dive into on my own.”

    — D, Coaching Client

  • "Having a space that’s all for me every week makes me feel more peaceful and confident. My partner and I are having conversations we’d never been able to have before, I’m learning to voice my needs and set boundaries, and I’m finally learning how to relate to my anxiety in a way that feels healthy."

    — R, Coaching Client

  • "Luisa got me through a really tough break-up. I thought my ex was the problem, but she helped me understand my own relationship patterns, where they come from, and to be able to sit with my feelings instead of turning to drugs or running away."

    — H, Coaching Client

Hi, I’m Luisa.

I’m a couples and individual psychotherapist based in Oakland. My approach blends traditional talk therapy with mindfulness and somatic practices, helping clients reconnect with their authentic selves. With compassion, insight, and a touch of humor, I create a space where you’ll feel both supported and challenged in your growth.

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