About Me

 

Hello, I’m Astraea.

I love this work.  Every client and mentor I’ve worked with has made me a wiser, kinder, and more skillful therapist and person. What’s not to love about that?

I grew up in a multicultural family.  My family members were a combination of poor, working, and professional class.  I connected with people from affluent backgrounds at Sarah Lawrence, Smith, and Stanford.  I’m first and foremost a graduate of the College of Hard Knocks.  I’ve worked as a babysitter, salesgirl, sign painter, artist, bagel sandwich maker, political fundraiser, and counselor for runaway youth.  I bring my authentic self to our work together.

 

 

 

 

 

Let’s chat: 510.290.8303,

 or email me: therapy@astraeabella.com

I’d love to hear about you and see if I can honestly be of help.