About Me
I am an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC #15957) in California and a Mental Health Counselor Associate (MHCA #MC.61514828) in Washington State with a Master’s in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University. My approach is relational, somatic, trauma-informed, and rooted in mindfulness, attachment theory, and existential exploration.
But beyond the credentials—I’m human, just like you. I’m biracial and bisexual, poly and kink-friendly, and my journey has been shaped by being a child of divorce, having a blended family, and embracing alternative ways of living and loving. I don’t fit into a box, and I love working with those who feel the same. I draw wisdom from Eastern spiritual traditions and believe in creating a space where misfits, seekers, and deep feelers can find belonging in a paradoxical world.
Healing doesn’t have to be lonely. In fact, it can be joyful, even playful, when done in connection. I bring my full, authentic self into the work—Kirious, warm, deeply reflective, playfully silly, with a spark of fire but a mostly laid-back vibe. My greatest wish is to help you live in alignment with your truest self and soul’s calling.
Hi, I’m Kiri
My Background
I grew up in the Bay Area but spent much of my life searching for something deeper, both within myself and across the world. My first career was in New York’s fashion industry as a shoe designer, but after seven years, I became disillusioned with its commercialism and superficiality. Craving something more meaningful, I quit my job and bought a one-way ticket to Asia.
There, I stumbled into disaster relief volunteering—a transformative experience that opened my heart and set me on a path of service. For three years, I traveled and volunteered across Asia, immersing myself in Buddhist and yogic practices. I trained in Tantric Hatha Yoga and briefly taught in Guatemala. My spiritual seeking led me to explore bioenergetics, breathwork, plant medicine, Osho meditations, and Reiki. Yet, despite my devotion to the spiritual path, I still felt unmoored—searching for both a purpose and a place to belong.
I began a two-year training with my spiritual teacher, Thomas Hübl. His teachings illuminated a profound truth: the deepest human longing is for being, belonging, and becoming. Through this work, I finally understood my calling—to become a therapist and guide others in their own journeys home to themselves.
Now, I live in a small forest town in Marin County, finding balance in nature, creativity, and connection. When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me hiking, gardening, making ceramics, painting, dancing, and caring for my family and my beloved kitties. These moments of presence and play ground me, deepening my ability to hold space for others on their path.
your fellow traveler
Like you, I’m a human being who has faced my own mental and emotional struggles. I’ve walked the path of healing—working through trauma, navigating mental health challenges, and learning how to cope in ways that bring resilience and self-trust. While I may not personally understand all of your unique life experiences, I do know what it’s like to suffer, to feel lost, and to reach for support.
This is why I see myself as a fellow traveler alongside my clients. Healing isn’t a straight line—it ebbs and flows. There are times when I feel grounded, using the tools I’ve cultivated, and times when life shakes me, and I have to return to my practices with fresh humility. Over time, I’ve learned to meet these cycles with self-compassion, presence, and trust in the process.
Buddhism has been my bedrock, guiding me back to myself in difficult times. I also have a deep connection to the mystical and believe in a higher power—though I don’t expect my clients to share the same beliefs. I love working with people from diverse spiritual, religious, or philosophical backgrounds, as it expands my understanding and deepens my respect for the many ways we seek meaning and healing in this world.
I offer a free 20-minute consultation to all clients so you can ask questions, learn more about my approach, and feel out whether we are a good fit.