Hi, I’m Charla -
(pronounced SHAR-luh & I use she/her pronouns)
a therapist, educator, and researcher committed to building a more equitable world. My work lives at the intersection of mental health and equity, supporting individuals and systems in moving towards healing, accountability, and transformation.
Therapy Services
I provide personalized individual therapy through Connected in Community.
Speaking
Keynotes, panels, and workshops that challenge systems, invite reflection, and center equity in real, actionable ways.
Teaching
On-demand continuing education courses are available through Doin’ the Work.
Research
Practice-informed research focused on mental health practiced through an equity-centered framework.
Keep in Touch
If you’d like to keep up with my work, subscribe to my Substack, Praxis, where I write about the intersection of mental health & equity.