Abril Martinez Flores (She/Her)

Completed a Master's Degree in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy, supervised practice, seminars, conferences and study groups.

Completed my Master's Degree in counseling with an integrative perspective. My approach has a psychoanalytic theoretical orientation, psychodynamic techniques and I tailor my interventions to my client's need using systemic interventions, behavioral techniques and a solution-focused approach and techniques.

Gained experience in the area developing a personal project in college in which my team and I provided psychoeducation to the general population and participated in clinical research, conferences and workshops carried out at college settings. 6 months of internship in a clinical setting with clients presenting eating disorders.

Every transition requires understanding of the challenge, the emotional movement and identification of the desired action to reduce distress throughout the process. I developed expertise by working with a population in continuous developmental challenges. I mainly worked with transitions into adolescence and young adulthood in an educational setting, acquiring knowledge about developmental needs and challenges.

Experience working with migrants in clinical settings. Understanding of the immigration process, the effect it has on relationships, professional and personal life. Personal experiences with immigration process on 2 different countries and different stages of my life.

As a part of my Master's Degree, chose and received training on Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Mostly used as a part of my integrative approach. I use specific techniques and theoretical ideas to apply according to my client's progress and stage of therapy.