Every person has times of struggle—especially the person who doesn’t conform to society’s expectations. Cecilia believes a “living” relationship with the right therapist can lead to increased understanding (and emotional freedom) in a person’s life. She brings an empathetic, real-world perspective, using psychodynamic training, trauma research, and awareness of body-mind connections.
Cecilia completed her master’s degree at Antioch University, Los Angeles, in Clinical Psychology with an earlier degree in English literature from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. After graduating from Antioch, she provided psychotherapy at Valley Community Counseling Center, eventually shifting to private practice before returning to group training at Rose City Center. Cecilia has completed 1st and 2nd year certificate programs at the Psychoanalytic Center of California. She works with adults, couples, and older youth (age 12+) from a range of backgrounds, including queer / LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages.
She has helped individuals develop strategies to cope with depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, infertility, life transitions, spiritual questioning, creative challenges, and work or career issues. She has a history working with people in creative entertainment, including professional writers, actors, filmmakers, musicians, comedians and artists. Cecilia works collaboratively to examine current challenges and past history. With youth, she safeguards privacy while providing input to parents. She helps couples find productive ways of talking and listening.
In addition to Rose City Center, Cecilia maintains a position at ArtCenter College of Design in their extension programs. She has served on the College’s council for equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
Cecilia is currently a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 124732). She is under the supervision of Dr. Debra Brause (PSY 21242).
pronouns: she/her/hers
languages: English