Anxiety concerns are rarely rooted in what is on the surface. The key is usually more profound, evolving from psychology & past experiences. The intersection between how we experience our lives and psychology is indelible. This intersection is even more profound if it is layered with emotional trauma.
It would be my pleasure to be your liaison with uncovering concerns & discovering the calm and peace that you naturally have within your authentic self. Liaison. specializes in empowering individuals that have struggled with sexual trauma, anxiety or narcissistic abuse.
The manifestations of these experiences are not black & white. The experience is riddled in shades of gray. It is my privilege to nonjudgmentally reside with you in your own personal shade of gray & gradually recapture your most authentic self, whether you decide to stay in a difficult situation or not.
Why I would embrace clients working through sexual trauma
Frankly, I can relate and I believe you. Many people consider this topic unpalatable. However, I have been the client on the couch that has personally experienced every aspect mentioned under areas of specialization and I know what that journey looks and feels like. When you are “in it,” you cannot see anything else and it feels like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Past traumas infiltrate every aspect of your life without you even realizing it.
You may have a disdain for being touched and find it hard to trust people. You may unconsciously silence your needs and desires while prioritizing the desires of others. Feelings of self-blame & self-doubt seem ubiquitous and constant. However, I can tell you from personal experience that there is another side that is absolutely attainable and liberating. I consider it a privilege to work with my fellow sexual trauma and narcissistic abuse survivors to curate a life of peace & empowerment in which you can thrive. This is a nonjudgemental space in which you can share all of those thoughts and emotions and feel understood….because I’ve been there too.
Your friends have a diminished capacity to listen to details, understand your triggers and emotions tied to sexual assault and narcissistic abuse. They either “don’t get it” or they can’t listen anymore and awkwardly change the subject. Here, you can express all of the details and confusing emotions with someone that can compassionately sit in that space with you and provide a psychologically based perspective. Believe it or not, you can acquire tools to empower yourself to move through life with peace & greater ease.
Sexual Trauma & Betrayal Trauma
Anxiety & PTSD
Narcissistic Abuse & Antagonistic Relational Stress
Adult Manifestations of Childhood Sexual Abuse
My approach is indicative of an Existential Humanist primarily utilizing aspects of Mindfulness and the Rational Emotive Behavior modality. We are often unable to control aspects of our environment; however, how we respond is a choice. I believe that compassion and empathy are necessary components in human interaction. As I work with clients that have experienced trauma, I work from a Trauma-Focused and Antagonistic Relational Stress informed perspective on a foundation of unconditional positive regard. Your experiences are undeniably personal and shape who you are. I delight in exploring what encompasses who you are and finding how to embrace your authentic self and discover the power that is inherently within you.
Mindfulness philosophy has a relationship to moving through the world leisurely…mentally & physically. This approach integrates a heightened awareness of the mind/body connection. Mindfulness is being present in the moment with 100% of ourselves. In relation to sexual trauma and narcissistic abuse recovery, this heightened, non-judgmental awareness that occurs can translate to peace and calm during times of stress, self-acceptance and empowerment.
While working countless hours with clients that experienced sexual trauma & narcissistic abuse at FamilyTime Counseling & Crisis Center in Houston, Texas, I became adept with helping clients via mindfulness, Rational Emotive Behavior principles, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused principles & Narrative techniques. I will often engage the mind/body connection with clients working through traumatic experiences.
Mindfulness requires a sense of leisure in your thoughts. By approaching life with a leisurely mindset, we can access the peace and calm that we naturally already have within. Once we slow down & focus our thinking, our reactions, our responses, our activities, an unexpected calm emerges. That calm opens the door to pleasure in life.
Years before completing the MA in Clinical Psychology program at Pepperdine University and becoming a Certified Sexologist by the American Board of Sexology, I began a journey of self-mastery and mindfulness while living in Houston, Texas. This journey led me to become a certified mindfulness and meditation teacher and a certified trauma professional. It brings me joy to empower those who desire to move through life with ease.
No-one is perfect and being mindful all day, everyday is a challenge, especially with our modern-day distractions & just garden-variety life situations. As social beings, our interactions with others become a Richter scale of our thoughts & emotions. The necessity of embracing calm becomes evident. Through various mental techniques, we can all access the peace and calm that we naturally already have within.
At Liaison., sexology is viewed through the lens of the intersection between sexuality and psychology. As a sexologist, the goal is dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their concerns and improve their sexual well-being & overall mindset.
Sexologists use psychologically-based interventions to gain a profound understanding of concerns and paths toward processing resolutions. Common treatments used by sexologists include verbally exploring past experiences that may be contributing to current difficulties, developing communication skills, understanding body language, learning how to express desires and addressing shame or guilt around sexuality.
PhD Clinical Sexology (doctoral candidate - expected completion in 2026)
MA Clinical Psychology (4.0 GPA) - Pepperdine University
BS Microbiology with Honors - University of Arkansas
Board Certified Sexologist (Member #24166) - American Board of Sexology (ABS)
Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Trained
Trauma Professional Certification (CTP)
Mindfulness & Meditation Teaching Certification (CMMT)
Gottman Method Level 1 Trained
Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavior Therapy Trained
