Therapy in-person in Long Beach & online across California + Nevada

Release fear & reconnect with those who matter most.

Culturally responsive somatic therapy for anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma.

You or your teen might be struggling with…

  • In times of stress or conflict, it’s hard not to explode (which only ever makes things worse), but you don’t know how to express yourself more calmly and have others listen.

  • Too many responsibilities or commitments have you feeling on the verge of burnout and constantly worried about being a failure.

  • Maybe you’ve recently moved and it’s been a tough transition. Or maybe you don’t know whether to stay in your current job or relationship and feel unsure about how to move forward.

  • You want to feel more secure in your romantic relationship, friendships, or family dynamics, but right now you just feel distant and disconnected.

  • It’s incredibly frustrating to feel like you’re stuck in the past when all you want is to leave behind the bad memories and move forward into a better future.

Whatever the case, you’re not alone in your pain, and things don’t have to stay this way.

HI, I’M ALAYN.

I believe self-awareness is the key to creating a life you enjoy living.

When you’re upset, have you ever noticed that the feelings you’re having—anger, sadness, stress—seem to take over your entire body and mind? I use somatic (AKA body-focused) therapy methods, like EMDR and Brainspotting, to help you regain control of these kinds of reactions. Basically, they help you become aware of how emotions impact the physical sensations in your body—like when you have a lump in your throat or a knot in your stomach. These evidence-based techniques help your body realize you’re not in danger, so it can relax and you can get back in the driver’s seat of your actions.

Whatever challenges you’re currently facing, I want to empower you to connect to your strengths, communicate your needs, and act in the best interests of yourself and your relationships. Through the work we’ll do together, you’ll gain clarity and be able to decide how you want your future to look.

I want to help you own your power & reclaim your future.

As a Latina, I understand the stigma many cultures have around therapy. But I’m here to tell you that keeping your feelings a secret doesn’t make you stronger—it makes you lonely. We’ve all had experiences and relationships that have changed us, we all find different ways to cope with our feelings, and we all deserve to be listened to without judgment. I am committed to creating a secure space for my clients and supporting them along the journey of reconnecting with themselves.

Specializing in…

Men

Maybe your spouse has given you some sort of ultimatum about drinking or not being present at home or in your relationship. Here, you’re free to speak your mind & we can explore ways to create more balance in your life.

Women

At work, at home, and in your relationships, it feels like the responsibility to keep things running smoothly is all on you. Together, we can find ways to communicate, be heard, and get your needs met.

Teens

Your teen might be dealing with more anxiety about school and friends than you know how to help them with. Therapy can give them a place to feel heard and explore solutions without feeling like they’re in trouble.

Brainspotting

A flexible therapy method that helps you recognize how emotions feel in your body and process them so they don’t overwhelm you. It can be helpful for healing from trauma and being more in control of your reactions.

Together, we’ll turn the page.

You get to write the next chapter of your life.

Together, we’ll turn the page.

Click the button below to schedule a free consultation. On this call, we can discuss what’s led you to seek therapy and you can decide if we’re a good fit. If so, we’ll get your first session scheduled. I serve clients in person in Long Beach and online across California and Nevada.