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

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

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Life brings its share of challenges.

Struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, past trauma, or feeling disconnected from your true self? Seeking support is a brave step toward healing.

The forces that shaped you began long before you were born. They’re personal—your upbringing, your ancestors, the people and experiences around you—and systemic, shaped by the cultural, social, and economic systems you live in. Healing starts when you understand these influences and learn to extend compassion to yourself, insecurities and all.

I help individuals identify the stories and coping patterns that once protected them but now limit growth. By bringing these patterns into awareness, we 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, depression, and relationship challenges, including:

  • 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, and 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.

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  • “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

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Hi, I’m Luisa.

I’m a couples and individual therapist in Oakland. My approach blends 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 feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow.

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