Amanda Baquero (She/Her)

When working with my clients, I tend to focus on a person-centered approach. This mean that I will meet you where you are and help support you as you work through your self-discovery and self-actualization. I will never tell you what you should be doing or who you should be. I believe that all people have the ability to grow and change, and I hope to provide a safe, judgement-free and nurturing environment to allow this to happen. Depending on the goals you have for counseling, I can bring in a variety of tools and techniques that you can use in your life to help you accomplish them. We will work collaboratively to identify what your strengths are and find the tools that can work best with what you already do well. My goal is to help guide you on your journey towards self-improvement. My approach works with couples and families as well, where I will bring in tools specific to the issues you may be facing in your relationship or family.

I believe that people have the ability to be their best selves with the guidance of a warm and empathic hand. I believe we all have the desire to feel understood and experience genuine human connection. When we don't get these needs fulfilled, we often don't live authentically. We try to manipulate ourselves to fit other's needs, wants and desires. Growing up, I often felt the pain of trying to fit myself into molds that didn't fit me. This pain comes out in many ways: sadness, anger, conflict, anxiety, "acting out." I hope that I can help you, as others have helped me, learn to accept and love yourself fully. I want you to feel the freedom of confidence and authenticity and to experience balance in your life. If you would like to learn more about how I can help you, feel free to reach out.