Holistic Expressive Arts Therapist • Trauma Specialist

Guiding Transformative Healing with a Heart-centered, Holistic Approach

Welcome, gentle Warrior Spirit!

If you’re reading this, I want you to know that I see you. You’re a bright, brave soul with a heart that’s capable of deep love and connection. Yet…

You might be feeling a disconnect between the life you’re living and the one that truly resonates with your spirit.

Can you relate? Despite your many strengths and successes, you never quite feel “good enough.” So you keep overcommitting, overachieving, and overextending yourself in order to prove your worth and earn your place in the world. You feel anxious and on edge, and you struggle to trust yourself or others.

Maybe you’ve done the inner work but still haven’t found the inner connection you’re seeking.

You’re not alone.

As a LatinX trauma expert and expressive arts therapist with 15 years in the field and over 20 years of mindfulness study and training in EMDR, IFS, somatic therapy, Brainspotting, and nature therapy, I’ve come to understand this deeply.

Many of us carry a legacy of unworthiness and have lost touch with our true selves, often due to childhood trauma.

But here’s the truth:

Your intuition led you here for a reason.

YOU CAN TRUST WHAT YOU ARE SEEKING IS WITHIN REACH.

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SPECIALIZATIONS

“I am blessed beyond words to have found Luna at the very beginning of my healing journey. I cannot express enough how beautifully my life has changed. The tools she has given me have helped me to improve in every aspect of my life and relationships. My home is happy and healthy, I am self-employed and have streamlined my business practices and strengthened my relationships with clients, friends and family.”

– S.R., San Francisco, California

“Luna grasps the situation even before I explain it, without judging it. But she never assumes she knows everything, I am not a fan of know-it-all therapists. Instead, you find yourself being understood as if you are a great book and she has read this book before. She can pick up signs and make connections that perhaps you had not made because she can often intuit more than I am able to share. Luna can put words to what I feel when my mind fails to do so and my heart is swollen. You don’t want someone to speak for you unless they can do it well, but better yet, she can lead you into saying your own truth with your own words.”

– Belle, Sacramento, California

“I could not sing her praises highly enough. Luna is one of those people who brings with her a sense of calm, understanding, confidence, and professionalism that is rare to see all in one person. When she joins a conversation or enters a space, it takes only moments to recognize these qualities and appreciate how that translates to her care for all aspects of the work that she does. I have had the opportunity to see her in many roles: therapist, trainer, supervisor, collaborator, and colleague. She shines in all of them through her personality, professionalism, creativity, and hard work.”

– C Langsdale, Hayward, California

When I first met with Luna, I struggled to rediscover my creative and artistic side. I thought I had lost the ability to do art: drawing, painting, or writing. Luna provided creative prompts and a non-judgemental and safe space where I was able to embrace my creativity, allowing myself to follow the whim of the moment, enjoying the journey of just making art. There was no pressure or trying to please anyone but myself. I could find my own inner voice. It feels really good to find that!

– B.P., San Francisco

“It’s special to make the time that you need to set aside to nourish your soul. As women we spend so much of our lives caring for others. Luna has helped me see the importance of caring for myself. I feel more aware of my own needs. I listen to my body now. I check in with myself more than I ever have.”

– M.K., Sacramento

“If you feel like you’ve lost the connection with your creativity, Luna can and will light the spark.”

-K.C., San Francisco/Bay Area

“I am more aware of my internal battles, more aware of my triggers, and have more tools to manage overwhelming emotions.”

-K.M., San Francisco/Bay Area

FEATURED BLOGS

Understanding EMDR Therapy: A Path to Overcoming Trauma

When you're on a journey to heal from trauma, finding the right therapeutic approach can be life-changing. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is one such powerful method that has helped many people process and heal from their traumatic experiences....

How Soul Collage Can Help You Explore Your Inner Self and Creativity

If you're feeling the nudge to explore your inner world and tap into your creativity, Soul Collage is definitely worth checking out. This powerful practice combines art and self-reflection in a way that's both playful and profound. By embracing the simplicity and...

Cultivating Joy Amidst Division and Environmental Uncertainty

In today's turbulent world, where societal divisions, political unrest, and environmental worries dominate the headlines, finding joy can seem like an impossible quest. However, joy is not just a fleeting emotion; it's a deep source of strength that helps us build...

Understanding Anticipatory Grief: The Unacknowledged Painf

Do you ever feel a loss before it has occurred? Grief is often associated with loss after is has happened, but what about the pain we experience before the loss occurs? Anticipatory grief is a common yet unacknowledged phenomenon that can be just as debilitating as...

Calming the Mind: How Positive Affirmations Can Help with Anxiety

In today's fast-paced world, anxiety has become an all-too-common companion for many of us. It can surface during moments of stress, change, or uncertainty, often overwhelming our thoughts with worry and fear. Despite these challenges, using positive affirmations can...

Best Mindfulness App Ever!

Lately, I have been feeling passionate about a few mindfulness apps that have worked wonders in my therapy practice. I want to share with you the top app I use in my practice with adults and teens alike. It is easy, accessible, and fun to use! The name of the app is...