I have a bachelor’s degree in Physics and two master’s degrees—one in Astronomy from UCLA and one in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I am trained in guided imagery, self-hypnosis, and meditation, and I take a trauma-informed approach to math education, understanding that many students—both children and adults—struggle with math anxiety or past negative experiences with math.
I have been an adjunct professor of Astronomy in the California Community College system for...
I have a bachelor’s degree in Physics and two master’s degrees—one in Astronomy from UCLA and one in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I am trained in guided imagery, self-hypnosis, and meditation, and I take a trauma-informed approach to math education, understanding that many students—both children and adults—struggle with math anxiety or past negative experiences with math.
I have been an adjunct professor of Astronomy in the California Community College system for three years, where I have seen firsthand the challenges students face in learning, recalling, and applying math concepts. I approach math like a pyramid: if the foundational blocks are missing, higher-level concepts cannot be built. Tutoring is about diagnosing gaps and filling in those essential building blocks, while also addressing the mindset and confidence needed to succeed.
In addition to teaching college students in the classroom and online, I have tutored children in foundational math through Algebra I, both in one-on-one sessions and small groups. My goal is to help students build strong foundational skills, gain confidence, and develop a positive relationship with math that lasts throughout their lives.
