Background

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Daniella, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#147763) based in sunny Southern California. My practice is entirely virtual at this time and I serve clients via telehealth across the state of California.

I have always had a passion for working with people and deeply value meaningful human connection. I spent seven years working as a dental assistant before transitioning to providing play therapy to children and teens on the autism spectrum as a behavioral interventionist. It was through my work as a behavioral interventionist that I found profound fulfillment in being part of someone’s journey toward positive change. Naturally, I gravitated toward the field of marriage and family therapy. I graduated from Loma Linda University in 2022 with my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and a certificate in Drug and Alcohol Counseling.

As a licensed therapist, I am particularly passionate about providing inclusive and affirming care to all humans and supporting individuals in their unique recovery process. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism.

My experience ranges from working in substance use treatment with high-acuity clients with comorbid disorders, to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families in a school-based setting. I am also experienced in supporting survivors of domestic violence, sex offenders, and loved ones of an addict or alcoholic.

Approach to Therapy

I am deeply committed to providing my clients with a safe space to explore their emotions and experiences without judgment.

My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and change with the right support. I utilize a culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed treatment approach, incorporating a mix of evidence-based, somatic, and mindfulness practices to meet you exactly where you are at. I employ a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach and believe that all individuals, regardless of body size, deserve compassionate, comprehensive, and inclusive care.

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them tap into their own innate wisdom and resources.

Above all, I meet you where you’re at.

Fun Facts

When I’m not in the therapy room, I enjoy thrifting, cooking, and spending time with my animals. As a California native, the beach is my favorite place to be. One of my favorite hobbies is to DIY anything and everything!