Aurora Bacallao (she/her)

Relationship stressors often stem from a disconnect between our needs and our boundaries. I help adolescents and adults navigate the "burden of having it all together" while struggling in their connections with others. Using a trauma-informed lens, we explore patterns of communication and build grounding skills to help you show up authentically. My goal is to help you move from a place of disconnection toward relationships that feel safe, steady, and mutually respectful.

Children communicate through behavior, and often, they simply need a space where they feel safe to be heard. Drawing on a decade of experience in education and development, I offer a patient, play-informed approach to help children navigate anxiety, big emotions, and life transitions. I work collaboratively with parents to build gentle boundaries and supportive environments, ensuring your child has the tools to grow with confidence and a sense of security.

ADHD often feels like navigating a world that refuses to slow down. With 10+ years in child development, I help clients move past the shame of "not doing enough" toward functional strategies that actually work for their unique brains. We use DBT-informed tools to improve executive functioning, emotional regulation, and self-compassion. Whether for a child struggling in school or an adult overwhelmed by daily demands, I provide the structure needed to feel steady and capable.

At the heart of my practice is the belief that you are the expert of your own life. Person-centered therapy ensures that you set the pace for your healing. I provide a nonjudgmental, compassionate environment where you can arrive exactly as you are. By prioritizing empathy and authenticity, I help you reconnect with your own strengths. In this space, your nonlinear journey is met with a steady presence, allowing you to move toward growth with autonomy and confidence.

I utilize DBT-informed tools to help clients move from emotional turbulence to stability. This approach is highly effective for those navigating a fast-paced world that feels overwhelming. We focus on four key pillars: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. By weaving these structured skills into our sessions, I provide you with a "clinical toolkit" to manage intense emotions, set gentle boundaries, and build a life that feels safe and grounded.