“Life can be beautiful and overwhelming. It can leave us feeling raw and vulnerable, as well as empowered and encouraged. During times of major transitions, we can feel a vast range of emotions and our coping skills can feel out of reach. That’s where our work together can begin. My goal is to create a safe space to explore those experiences, via tears, laughter, thoughtfulness, and together, make a plan for the future. Our time together should be spent focusing on what is important to you and having open conversation on how our time will be spent.“

– Monica

Monica has been with Emmaus since early 2020 and is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the state of Washington and holds a Masters in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego, San Diego, California. In addition, Monica is a Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Her areas of experience include grief/loss and bereavement (including anticipatory grief, disenfranchised grief and Complicated Grief), supporting individuals whose loved ones utilized the Death with Dignity Law, supporting those during adjustment of a major life change (such as retirement, death of a loved one, new parenthood, divorce, sexual identity), aiding caregivers and those who support others with chronic illness (including those with loved ones with severe mental health disorders).

  • Virtual Sessions
  • Client Focus: Adults & Families

Works with:

  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Advanced or Terminal Illness
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement & Grief
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Police & First Responders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Women’s Issues

Therapeutic Approaches