Soul Healing
Feel your heart open as you explore the union of mental health, spirituality, emotion, and cultural identity.
Soul healing for Latine hearts, passionate creatives, and spiritual seekers
Ignite the fire within, embrace your truth, and awaken the divine power that resides deep in your spirit. This is your sacred journey to restore, transform, and truly thrive. Imagine a safe haven where your voice is truly heard and your unique story is honored. Uncover a profound new meaning and a renewed sense of purpose that ignites your soul. Break free from the shadows of anxiety, depression, and trauma—transform pain into power. Rekindle the ancestral strengths that run through your veins, filling you with resilience and hope. Embrace acceptance and step into your wholeness, awakening the true, authentic you waiting to emerge.
We are not isolated beings; we are woven into a vast tapestry of family and community.
Our true selves are born from the stories we inherit, the love we share, and the wounds passed down through generations. This healing process confronts and transforms cultural and ancestral trauma, old patterns, and relationship dynamics that have held us captive. It is a sacred act of reviving ancestral strengths and mending the wounds of the past. When we dare to heal ourselves, we ignite a ripple of hope and renewal that reaches seven generations before us and blooms into a brighter future—because our healing is a gift to all who come after.
A holistic, intuitive approach nurtures not just your mind, but your body and spirit, using cultural knowledge, creativity, and ritual.
Mind
An act of love toward yourself—an intentional, compassionate focus on the present moment. Through vivid imagery and guided meditation, you nurture self-compassion and acceptance, empowering you to approach life with a centered and purposeful heart. It’s about reconnecting with yourself in each breath, embracing each moment with kindness and awareness, and finding peace amidst the chaos.
Mindfulness
Ignites a powerful journey of self-discovery and transformation. It’s about deepening your understanding of the intricate bond between your thoughts, feelings, and actions—lighting the way to genuine change. Feel the courage to confront and challenge the patterns that hold you back, as you uncover the core beliefs that shape your very essence. These sessions are a pathway to liberation—freeing you from limiting thoughts and beliefs that have woven themselves into your daily life, opening the door to a life of clarity, purpose, and joy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A profound understanding that our minds, brains, and relationships are inseparably intertwined. It reveals how our genetic makeup, combined with the vital social experiences of engagement, connection, and communication, shape our brain structures and psychological wellbeing. In therapy, you can experience a transformative sense of witnessing—standing as a compassionate observer of your own life. This powerful awareness rewires your brain, forging new pathways for healthier, more fulfilling relationships and a life bursting with genuine happiness and connection.
Interpersonal Neurobiology
Body
More than just a technique—it's a sacred bridge that unites the very essence of our being. Our breath is the life force, the powerful current that weaves together our mind, body, and spirit in an unbreakable connection. Through it, we find the key to unlocking inner mastery—gaining control over our thoughts, calming the storm of emotions, and soothing the physiological responses that overwhelm us under stress. It’s a profound act of reclaiming ourselves, of awakening an inner strength that often lies dormant.
Breath work
An act of love toward yourself—an intentional, compassionate focus on the present moment. Through vivid imagery and guided meditation, you nurture self-compassion and acceptance, empowering you to approach life with a centered and purposeful heart. It’s about reconnecting with yourself in each breath, embracing each moment with kindness and awareness, and finding peace amidst the chaos.
Yoga
Spirit
A heartfelt journey into the soul, a sacred gateway that opens the depths of our subconscious and invites mystical healing into our lives. It is a profound form of Depth Psychology that passionately aims to unify the spiritual and transcendent facets of our human experience, guiding us toward wholeness and awakening. This sacred approach honors the wisdom of our ancestors, intertwining it with cutting-edge neuroscience and the insights of modern psychology, all in a heartfelt effort to reclaim ancient truths and ignite a resurgence of true understanding within us. It’s an empowering call to reconnect with the divine within and rediscover the limitless potential of our spirit.
Transpersonal Therapy
Creativity
Ignites the power of your creativity to awaken your soul, guiding you on a profound journey of self-discovery and healing. It passionately uncovers the hidden depths within, bringing to light what your words cannot reach. Art becomes a sacred vessel—a divine tool—that unlocks the full spectrum of your human experience, allowing you to engage with your innermost truths. As you explore your sacred visions, you create vibrant reflections of your inner heart’s deepest desires and fears. These creative sessions are carefully designed to lead you beyond the logical mind, connecting you to the raw, non-linear core of your being—your deep heart. Through this expressive process, you will witness the loving messages your heart longs to share, revealing the boundless love and wisdom that resides within you.
Art Therapy
Ritual
Using the sacred power of ancestral rituals to purify our spirit, soul, and mind. Harnessing the sacred power of elemental and ritual tools, we ignite a profound healing within the soul and summon the spirit back home. Fire's fierce passion, Air's whisper of hope, Water's gentle touch of renewal, and Earth’s unwavering strength—all united to restore our deepest essence and awaken the sacred energy that lies within us. Reclaiming ancestral practices that connect us to the divine, we call upon stones that ground our energy, fragrant herbs and blooming flowers that carry healing vibrations, smoke that rises to carry our prayers, water that washes away pain, fire to and songs that stir our deepest emotions—we open ourselves to a profound energy work that rekindles our wellness. It’s a soulful journey of restoring harmony within, rekindling the light in our mind, body, and spirit.
Curanderismo
Let’s work together
Guided by a soul who is more than just a licensed marriage and family therapist and art therapist, someone who walks the sacred path as an apprentice Curandera, an artist, and a proud Chicana reclaiming her ancestral lineage of healing. In your darkest moments, I will meet you there, heart wide open, and truly see the depths of your pain and hope. Every word is rooted in genuine compassion and profound understanding, because healing is not just work, it’s a calling. With over 20 years of devotion, I pour my spirit into nurturing your heart, mind, and soul through transformative healing. Together, we will ignite the light within you and honor the sacred journey of your healing story.
Discover the healing power of genuine care and personalized attention. Whether you prefer the comfort of a virtual session or the warmth of in-person connection, I’m here to support your journey toward wellness. I believe everyone deserves access to healing so I embrace a compassionate pay-what-you-can model, because insurance companies shouldn't determine your peace of mind. Step into a space where your well-being is truly valued, and let us help you restore balance, hope, and vitality.
Virtual Sessions
All therapy sessions are held online on a secure, encrypted healthcare platform.
In Person Sessions
Limited appointments are available at Golden Folk Wellness, a unique community healing space in the heart of Highland Park, Los Angeles. Golden Folk is dedicated to holistic approaches for an optimal state of health & well being. Services include acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, energy healing, and more. This community space is intentionally curated with many opportunities to support you in your personal healing, ongoing growth, balance, and overall wellness. To learn more about the services offered click here.
Fees
Healing is a fundamental right, not a privilege.
I work outside of the insurance healthcare system because I want to work for people, not corporations. Mutual support creates a system where those with more resources subsidize the participation of those with fewer resources. You determine what you can sustain based on their unique circumstances. My heartfelt commitment is to support your unique journey, which is why I use a pay-as-you’re-able-to approach designed to honor your individual needs and circumstances. When you’re able to contribute more, it helps uplift those who are struggling, creating a community of genuine care and understanding. The standard investment for a 50-minute session is $225. Please reach out so we can discuss your needs and explore how I can best support you. I also provide super bills as an Out Of Network provider for PPO insurance plans.
All spiritual work is offered on a donation basis and no one is turned away for lack of funds. Our ancestral practices teach that a reciprocity exchange can be offered in the form of a heartfelt gift, sacred tools like copal, tobacco, sustainably harvested sage, or a monetary donation.
All images provided by Celina Jacques. Photography courtesy of Leslie M. Harper Studios