Embrace change.
Tolerate distress.
Live authentically.
With over a decade of experience, my approach is empathetic,
direct, evidence-based, and personally tailored to fit your needs.
“I was very reluctant to start seeing a therapist at first, but Dr. Ottero put me instantly at ease. She created a safe space, where I not only felt comfortable sharing, but where I also never felt judged. Although I started therapy for one specific goal, I quickly realized that Dr. Ottero was able to help me with so many aspects of my life including, managing my boundaries around motherhood and child care sharing with my partner, taking the next steps for a career transition, and reframing some of my negative thought patterns. The time I worked with Dr. Ottero was transformative in so many ways; she is a skilled and caring practitioner with a heart of gold. I can't recommend her enough!”
— former client
My approach
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I believe everyone is capable of change and strive to help individuals realize how to enhance work, life, and relationships further. I collaboratively use evidenced-based treatments to identify unhelpful patterns and redefine old values in order to live a more authentic and rewarding life.
Compassionate and culturally sensitive
I am dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and empathic therapy. I readily acknowledge the influence of intersectionality within oppressive systems and marginalized groups, and strive to create a trusting and safe space that is truly trauma-informed and welcoming for all individuals.
An evidence-based approach
It’s essential that your mental health care is rooted in research in order to ensure your treatment is effective. Drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities, I will create a highly personalized and dynamic course of treatment that adjusts as you meet your goals.
Services in California & Illinois
& in these PsyPact participating states
Oakland, CA
Teletherapy only
Chicago, IL
53 W. Jackson Blvd. Suite 1331
In person services + Teletherapy
