In-Person and Virtual Therapy for Adults Navigating Family Boundaries, Guilt, and Anxiety

You’ve probably been the one who shows up, helps out, and keeps things moving in your family. This hat can come with a lot of pressure. You might feel guilty saying no, anxious about letting people down, or stuck in the middle more often than you’d like.

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You’ve learned to carry a lot for the people you love.
As a first-generation adult, you may feel pressure to meet expectations, keep the peace, and put your needs second. Saying no can bring up guilt, anxiety, or fear of disappointing your family — even when you’re exhausted. Therapy can help you set boundaries, understand where the guilt comes from, and make choices that honor both your values and yourself.

I believe that we are all humans trying to do our best, and work from a trauma informed & culturally sensitive lens.

Does this sound like what you need support with ?

—I work with high-functioning individuals—often professionals—who feel like they're constantly navigating emotional challenges in their personal and professional lives. If you identify as "too emotional" or feel overwhelmed by family dynamics, you're not alone. My clients often report feeling like outsiders in their families, and many have been stuck in generational patterns of behavior that don’t serve their well-being. They want to stop repeating the same emotional struggles and build stronger, more authentic connections—

—As a first-generation individual, you may feel the weight of expectations, both from your family and from yourself. The pressure to succeed, to meet others' needs, and to sacrifice your own can be exhausting. These struggles often lead to anxiety, a tendency to please others at your own expense, and difficulty asserting boundaries. If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed and stuck in these patterns, therapy can help —

—I support working moms—who struggle with setting boundaries. If you feel like the “black sheep” of your family or if you’re constantly sacrificing your own needs for the sake of others, I’m here to help you change that. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and emotionally drained by the demands of parenting, work, and family dynamics. They want to stop putting everyone else first and finally learn how to take care of themselves—

—Are you a first-generation individual navigating the pressures of family expectations, cultural dynamics, or career challenges? Or perhaps you're going through a major life transition and feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, people-pleasing, and difficulty setting boundaries? If so, you're not alone. These struggles are common, especially when you're trying to balance the demands of your personal, professional, and cultural life, while also caring for your emotional well-being—

—I work with people in their 20’s & 30’s who are ready to do deep, transformative work, those who recognize the value in therapy as an investment in their overall happiness and success. Together, we'll break free from old family scripts and build a new foundation for emotional well-being—

—I work with moms who feel like they are always juggling everyone else’s needs and never have time for themselves it can be difficult to show up as the parent you want to be. You may feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of emotional burnout, struggling to balance your career, family obligations, and self-care. The good news is, it’s possible to break free from these patterns—

- About Jasmine -

Professionally, I have over 10 years experience working with populations of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I have experience in various settings engaging children, youth, and adults. In my clinical work, I have supported individuals that are:

- navigating trauma - breaking generational cycles - navigating challenging family relationships - having difficulties with navigating life transitions - feeling nervous & overwhelmed - working on boundaries & people pleasing & making themselves a priority

Personally, I am a First-Gen college graduate and professional. I have my own lived experience, facing many adversities along the way. We don’t always have the ability to choose what happens in life, but we get to choose how we react and move forward with what we have to work with. I graduated with a Master of Social Work Degree from San Diego State University. When I am not working - I am spending time with my family, behind a camera capturing memories, spending more time trying to figure out what to watch-then watching, enjoying live music, getting outside, or drinking an iced coffee.

Services:

  • In Person Therapy in Escondido, CA

    I offer in-person therapy in Escondido, CA for adults who feel stuck in family dynamics, struggle with setting boundaries, and experience guilt or anxiety when they say no. Many of my clients are used to being “the responsible one,” the mediator, or the emotional support for their family often at the expense of their own needs.

    If you find yourself feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or torn between caring for yourself and meeting family expectations, in-person therapy can provide a supportive space to slow down and work through these patterns face to face.

  • Virtual Therapy

    I offer virtual therapy for adults in California who are struggling with anxiety, guilt, and complicated family dynamics. Online therapy provides a flexible, private way to get support especially if you’re balancing work, family responsibilities, or cultural expectations that make it hard to prioritize yourself.

    Many of the clients I work with feel caught in the middle of family relationships, experience guilt when setting boundaries, or feel pressure to meet family expectations as first-generation adults. Virtual therapy allows us to work through these patterns from the comfort of your own space.