Hi there 👋
I’m Madison. I’m a licensed therapist (#159500) who absolutely loves doing this work. Really, it’s so rewarding for me to witness my clients in transformation.
I see clients in-person in Oakland, CA.
In session, I strike a balance between empathetic listening and challenging. I’m gentle but not the type to just nod along. I believe therapy is an investment in your future-self and to get there we both need to take an active role in healing.
I’m a visual thinker. I often bring metaphors into session to make insights concrete. I like imagination and experimentation.
My energy is cool-calm-collected.
Qualifications
California Institute of Integral Studies
Masters of Integral Counseling Psychology. My graduate training at the CIIS grounded me in a rigorous, integrative approach to psychotherapy that honors the whole person—mind, body, and nervous system. CIIS emphasizes depth, ethics, and relational presence, shaping me into a thoughtful and well-trained clinician.
Parts Work
I participate in a weekly IFS consultation group for clinicians dedicated to deepening their IFS knowledge. I’ve completed various trainings such as: 2022 IFS Institute Annual Conference, Multi-Facets: Using IFS Therapy with People at the Intersection of LGBTQIA & BIPOC. Read more about my approach to Parts Work here.
Polyvagal Study for Somatic Therapy
I completed Advanced Training with Deb Dana on nervous system mapping and safety, based on the work of Stephen Porges. I received Polyvagal oriented supervision for multiple years and continue to seek somatic consultation as needed. Read more about my approach to Somatic Therapy here.
Psychoanalytic Consultation
I have worked with the weekly 1:1 guidance of Stella LeFevre, PsyD since 2021. Stella is a professor of trauma studies and clinical expert in a psychoanalytic approach to trauma. In addition, I participate in a weekly consultation group with Dr. Henry Markman, author and accomplished teacher at SF Center for Psychoanalysis.
Golden Gate Counseling Center
Under the guidance of highly experienced and astute clinician Dr. Kellen Grayson, I worked at a transpersonal, psychodynamic clinic and training program for two years (2019-2021). This shaped my foundations as a clinician.
The Trauma Center
I completed the Intensive Trauma treatment course from Bessel Van der Kolk (author of Body Keeps the Score) on incorporating meditation, art, mindfulness and sensory integration into psychotherapy. Read more about my approach to trauma work here.
Questions? Let’s chat.
Book a free 20-minute consultation to get to know me. We’ll talk about why you’re looking to start therapy.