Teaching
- Loma Linda University, School of Behavioral Health
- Family Therapy: Foundational Theories and Practice
- Couples Therapy: Theory and Practice
- Law and Ethics
- Solution-Focused Family Therapy
Research
EMDR in Couples Therapy and Relational Trauma
Independent researcher · Loma Linda University
This work examines the emerging literature on the integration of EMDR within couples therapy, including conjoint and relational applications, theoretical approaches, treatment formats, and clinical considerations for addressing trauma-related relational distress. The review considers implications for future research and the continued development of clinically informed approaches to integrating trauma processing within couples therapy.
The Psychological and Relational Impacts of Colorism on Latino Adults
Student Investigator · Loma Linda University
A quantitative study examining the relationships among experiences of colorism, identity, self-worth, family connectedness, and psychological well-being among Latino adults.
Conference presentations
Addressing Relational Trauma: A Structured Narrative Review of EMDR in Couples Therapy and Implications for Protocol Development
AAMFT Intervention Research in Systemic Family Therapy Annual Conference · University of Arizona · Tucson, Arizona · October 2026
Utilizing EMDR in Couples Treatment: Bridging Research and Clinical Practice
IFTA World Family Therapy Congress · Bergen, Norway · March 2026
The Psychological and Relational Impacts of Colorism: A Quantitative Study of Latino Adults
IFTA World Family Therapy Congress · Bergen, Norway · March 2026
Utilization of EMDR in Couples Therapy: A Narrative Review
Intervention Research in Systemic Family Therapy Conference · The Ohio State University · September 2025
Professional Training & Education
Trauma-Informed Response and Crisis Intervention
The Whole Child · June 2026
Training for mental health professionals.
Crisis Intervention and Trauma-Informed Response
Los Angeles Christian Health Centers · January 2026
Training for medical professionals.
Vicarious Trauma: Supporting the Supporters
Counselor Advocate Training · Peace Over Violence
The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children
Counselor Advocate Training · Peace Over Violence
Collaboration
I am available for conference presentations, workshops, professional trainings, guest lectures, and speaking engagements focused on trauma, relationships, couples therapy, EMDR, and systemic psychotherapy. I also welcome opportunities for research collaboration and graduate teaching.
Community engagement
Alongside my clinical and academic work, community-based trauma support and advocacy have been important parts of my professional experience. I have facilitated trauma recovery and expressive arts groups, previously provided crisis counseling and advocacy through the LA Rape and Battering Hotline, and have volunteered with Camp Good Grief, a bereavement program supporting adolescents who have experienced loss.