a little more about me, for curious minds

I currently reside in the beautiful Pacific Northwest region of the U.S., but was born and raised in the down-to-earth Midwest. I’m a second generation Filipino-American, am the daughter of a technologist & architect/baker and the granddaughter of brave, purpose-driven immigrants. some things that make me feel alive include exploring new cities and learning about different cultures, journaling in coffee shops, climbing mountains, spending quality time with friends & family, and diving into new hobbies.

I believe the work required to heal one’s mental & emotional wounds takes a ‘quiet strength’ — a deep sense of courage that often goes unnoticed. (not all wounds are visible, after all.) my mission as a therapist is to help acknowledge and encourage the quiet strength in each human I have the privilege of working with. through this work, my hope is to help folks live with greater embodiment, authenticity, compassion, and congruence. to be witnessed without shame. to relate to themselves and the world in new ways. and to break the stigma of mental health.

that’s all, for now, about me. I look forward to getting to know you better in our work together!

common questions

  • I currently offer virtual individual psychotherapy.

    sessions are 50 minutes long.

  • an individual psychotherapy session costs $125.

    I partner with Thrizer to help you check your out-of-network insurance benefits (potentially helping you pay only a co-pay) for each therapy session. use Thrizer’s widget on the homepage to learn more about your benefits or reach out to chelsea@quietstrengththerapy to learn more!

  • with nearly a decade of experience in corporate tech and being a former collegiate athlete, I’m equipped — both personally and clinically — to help folks heal from maladaptive perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, and burnout.

    I’m also passionate about providing culturally-responsive care, helping folks navigate complex trauma/C-PTSD, particularly from an intergenerational perspective.

    I enjoy working with folks from all walks of life.

  • reach out to chelsea@quietstrengththerapy.com for a free 15-min phone consultation or to set up an intake session.

    starting (or re-starting) therapy isn’t always easy but I intend to make the process as smooth as possible for you. huge props to you for taking this step!