services
Individual Therapy
Book a free consultation to see if we’re a good fit and to discuss session rates.
Must be an 18+ California resident.
online therapy Sessions for:
Anxiety and Panic
Chronic Pain/Illness Management
(headaches, migraines, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, IBS, etc.)Body image, Intuitive Eating & Emotional Eating
WOC with Imposter Syndrome
Filipinx-American Mental Health / AAPI Mental Health
Women’s health (PMDD, PMS, peripartum mental health)
Eldest Daughters mental health
(Adult) Children of immigrants mental health
Intergenerational/complex trauma
Groups, Workshops, & Classes
Groups & Workshops: I believe in empowering folks with education and knowledge. Occasionally I offer groups & workshops on a variety of topics including Filipinx-American Mental Health, Mind-body Pain Management, WOC Overcoming Impostor Syndrome, Intuitive Eating, etc.
Yoga & Mindfulness: In my classes, I offer a safe space for folks to come authentically to the mat, to explore and attune to all layers of the self. I bring a gentle authenticity to the practice that welcomes all bodies, and encourages an empowering self-discovery. Bringing balance to the whole self is integral in my holistic approach. Gentle flow, mindful movement, and meditations are included in my offerings.
Interested?
If you’re interested in one of these offerings for your organization or business, let’s chat! If you’re wanting to participate in a future group or workshop, send me a message expressing your interest. Feel free to also sign up for the ‘Kapwa Korner’ newsletter to receive information about when the next offerings will run (see bottom of the page).
Examples:
Integrating Sikolohiyang Pilipino (Filipino Psychology) with Colonial Mentality - doctoral dissertation research
Mind-Body Interventions for Chronic Pain
Finding Emotional Balance & Intuitive Eating
Cultivating a Growth Mindset with Kapwa-Based Values (presented at Tumubo, Therapin*y Virtual Conference)
Decolonizing Body Image (with Filipino Martial Arts collaboration)
Pinay Eldest Daughters Healing Circles
GROUPS & WORKSHOPS
YOGA & MINDFULNESS
Example Classes:
Yoga for Joy and Self-Love
Restorative Yoga for Race-Based Stress
Trauma Sensitive Yoga for Mental Health Treatment
Lakas ng Loob (Inner Strength) Yoga
Root to Rise: Yoga for AAPI Healing
Radical Self-Care: Activism from Within
Mindfulness for Migraines and Headaches
Yoga & Mindfulness for Chronic Pain
Kapwa Comments
“Thanks for the workshop, I left feeling strong in my body, and the fellowship of being amongst other Filipina Americans.”
— Decolonizing body image workshop participant
“Viewing the body as functional and strong, and not a source of shame (hiya). I loved being in a small group setting with other Filipina Americans. Also loved ending with a physical activity that was also culturally informative and empowering.
— decolonizing body image workshop participant
“Working through uncomfortable feelings has been fulfilling. It actually feels good to slow down and feel the overwhelm rather than try to numb it.”
— past client
“Dr. Rona is a wonderful psychologist and yoga instructor. She does an excellent job leading inclusive classes with a trauma-informed approach.”
— Previous colleague
“This event provided a safe space for us to be vulnerable and tap into a power source rooted in our collective shared experience.”
— eldest daughters workshop participant
“It was such a freeing experience to be with this powerful group of women who validated my feelings and held space for them. I felt safe and understood. Thank you for leading, and for providing a fortifying space for us to cry, embrace, laugh, and throw our hands up in kapwa.”
— eldest daughters workshop participants
Testimonials are never solicited from current clients. Feedback presented here have been offered voluntarily by workshop/class participants, previous clients, community engagements, or colleagues.
Permission is always granted by the individual. Names have been omitted for privacy.