Supporting Personal Growth and Healing Through Mind-Body Integration in California

Hello! My name is Pia, and I am an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor based in California, with a passion for guiding individuals on their healing journey. I hold a B.S. in Psychological and Brain Sciences from UC Santa Barbara and an M.A. in Counseling from Wake Forest University. Throughout my career, I’ve integrated both academic knowledge and personal experience in mindfulness and somatic awareness to create a compassionate and effective therapeutic approach.

Bringing Together Neuroscience and Mindfulness

My journey began in Santa Barbara, where I studied neuroscience and maintained a daily yoga and mindfulness practice to stay centered. This personal commitment to mind-body balance became a foundation for my work in mental health. I moved to the East Coast to earn my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, with a goal to help others on their path to healing and self-awareness. This experience broadened my perspective on diverse client backgrounds and experiences.

Experience in Clinical and Educational Settings

While earning my degree, I worked in educational and clinical settings, supporting teenagers, young adults, and parents as they navigated life’s challenges. I continued my yoga practice, finding a studio that felt like a second home and reinforced my belief in the power of community and self-care. After completing my degree, I gained experience in pediatric and adult intensive outpatient care, which deepened my skills in supporting clients through anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

A Mind-Body-Spirit Approach Inspired by the Camino de Santiago

In addition to my clinical work, I embarked on the Camino de Santiago, a 500-mile pilgrimage across Spain, where I witnessed the profound power of mind-body-spirit integration. This journey reaffirmed my commitment to incorporating somatic practices and mindfulness into my therapeutic approach, allowing clients to achieve deeper self-awareness and healing.

Creating a Warm and Compassionate Therapy Practice

My personal, educational, and professional experiences have led me to create a therapy practice in California focused on supporting individuals through life transitions, healing from anxiety, depression, and trauma, and fostering personal growth. My approach integrates somatic awareness, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care to empower clients to achieve a fulfilling, values-driven life.

If you’re ready to start your journey toward greater self-awareness and healing, I invite you to reach out. I look forward to working together to support your growth and help you create the life you desire.