Hello!
My name is Sequoia. Thank you for visiting my site. I salute you for taking this step to find more helpful ways to move through your world. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) specializing in a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, OCD, Trichotillomania, traumatic life experiences, and struggles with body image. My work with my Clients is largely oriented toward Somatic (of the body) Mindfulness as a tool to help manage the distress often experienced with trauma and mood related struggles. I approach my work from the perspective that increased self awareness and mindfulness coupled with the refinement of coping skills can assist us in finding more fulfillment and ease when managing our life stressors. I put particular emphasis on self-esteem and self-reliance to empower my Clients to access their own sense of safety, stability and ability. I have additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Yoga Therapy, and I utilize tools from each when I am working with individuals in any capacity. In addition to my clinical practice I have ample experience assisting individual navigate various life stressors such as losing/seeking employment, accessing education, managing health crises, and struggles related to aging parents. I received my Masters in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley in 2015 and promptly thereafter accrued hours toward licensure while working for UCSF department of psychiatry. Beyond psychotherapy I am a 500 hour certified Yoga Instructor, focusing on mindful movement, meditation, and breath work. I offer strength and empowerment focused Yoga instruction to individuals and groups, with special attention to the specific needs of the body walking onto the mat today. I look forward to working with you.
-S.
“How you do anything is how you do everything.”
Services & Fees
$200 Session
Psychotherapy & Coaching
Therapy and coaching can take place over the phone or through a secure video portal. Each session will last 50 minutes. There is a 24 hour cancellation policy.
$100-150 Session
Yoga & Mindfulness
Yoga and Mindfulness sessions are offered in 1:1 or group settings and will be tailored to your specific preferences and needs. There is a 24 hour cancellation policy.
*Special group packages are available
$150
Hourly
Case Management
A decisive action plan will be developed in collaboration with you to achieve concrete and time limited goals. There is a 48 hour cancellation policy.
*All fees are required to be paid in full prior to each meeting, and can be paid by secure online payment system
**Sliding scale options for all services may be available, please don’t hesitate to ask!