About Miriam

Hi, I'm Miriam.

I know reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. My goal is to make the process feel comfortable, supportive, and hopeful from the very beginning.

For over 10 years, I have supported and worked on behalf of children and families.  I received my Masters in Social Work from Boston University and went on to complete my clinical training at both CHOC at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo and College Hospital in Costa Mesa.  Both settings afforded me the unique opportunity to work with and learn from some of the best mental health providers in Orange County.  

My passion for working with kids and teens is not by accident.  My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by my own experiences as a teenager.  My adolescent years were not always easy, and I faced challenges that often left me feeling uncertain about who I was and where I was headed.  During that time, I formed a meaningful connection with my own therapist, whose compassion, patience and belief in me helped me navigate some of the most difficult moments in my life.  She provided more than support — she modeled what it meant to truly listen, empower, and create a safe space for growth.  The lessons I learned from our work together continue to shape the therapist I strive to be today.  

My goal is to offer young people the same sense of hope, understanding, and encouragement that once made such a profound impact in my own life.  

I focus on children, adolescents, and young adults up to 25. Utilizing a strength-based approach, I help young people identify negative patterns, master anxiety management, and build lifelong wellness tools. Growing up now is complex, yet achieving stability is within reach. 

 

My goal isn't simply to reduce symptoms — it's to help young people develop the confidence and resilience they need to navigate life's challenges long after therapy ends.

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