Hi! I’m Dr. Mae.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY28763) in San Diego and owner at growgood psychology, with over 15 years in the psychology world.

I help people who are trying really hard to push through their limiting self-beliefs and anxious thoughts- but can’t because their past experiences are still showing up in their day to day lives in the form of worry, control and fear.    

I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Focused Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (AF-EMDR), Humanistic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other modalities to support young adults and adults in individual therapy. My expertise is in women’s support, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, addiction, and other trauma related issues such as perfectionism, codependency & attachment. 

I am an LGBTQI Ally (and have training & experience working within this community and providing gender affirming care), Inclusivity and Equality Based Clinician (and person), Trauma Informed - but above all, human, just like you. I believe social justice & social issues belong in the therapy space. We cannot deny the conscious & subconscious impact that systems like capitalism, the patriarchy, racism, sexism, ablism & more are having on us. I want you to realize that there is nothing wrong with you- but there is a lot wrong with the systems we are trying to live in.

As a passionate advocate for social justice, I believe in the power of understanding the intricate interplay between psychology, systemic structures, and the mind-body connection. My journey has been one of continuous exploration, seeking to bridge these domains in pursuit of holistic healing and societal transformation.

I am deeply attuned to the complexities of human behavior and the underlying factors that shape individual and collective experiences. In all my endeavors, I am guided by a commitment to fostering empathy, understanding, and social change. I believe that by honoring the complexity of human experience and embracing a holistic perspective, we can create a more just and equitable world for all.

I’m ready to get my hands dirty with you- uprooting, replanting, and cultivating your personal growth so you can live the best version of yourself in this ever changing world.


Specialties

Teens, Young Adults & Adults:

  • Anxiety- GAD

  • Trauma- PTSD & CPTSD

  • Queer, Trans & Gender Expansive Folks around gender & sexual identity, harmful social systems & pressures, etc

  • Perfectionism

  • People Pleasing

  • Codependency

  • Women’s Issues around disordered eating, body image & self esteem, sex & sexuality, Feminism, motherhood & mothering

  • Spiritual Guidance & Support


Interventions & Modalities

  • Social Justice Lens

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Attachment Focused Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (AF-EMDR) & EMDR Intensives

  • Family System Theory & Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • Self Compassion

  • Person Centered & Humanistic Theory

  • Attachment Theory

  • Feminist Theory


Rates & Insurance

Dr. Mae accepts most TriCare, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, UHC/Optum & Anthem plans

Her private pay rate is $230 for a 50 minute session


Education

PsyD in Clinical Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

MS in Women’s Spirituality; Gender and Social Justice, California Institute of Integral Studies, 2025

MS in Clinical Psychology, California Lutheran University

AF-EMDR Certified from the Parnell Institute

Somatic Healing Training Immersion from the Embody Lab