Dinusha de Silva- Carrasco DSW, LCSW

I’m drawn to narrative therapy because it empowers clients to rewrite their stories and gain new perspectives. By focusing on how you view your experiences, we work together to reshape the narratives that shape your life. This approach helps you challenge limiting beliefs, reframe negative experiences, and uncover your strengths. I use narrative therapy to support you in crafting a more fulfilling and authentic life story, allowing you to see yourself as the author of your own journey.

I deeply value trauma therapy for its focus on creating a safe, supportive environment where healing can occur. I appreciate working with this modality because it helps clients process and integrate traumatic experiences, restoring their sense of safety and well-being. Witnessing clients reclaim their lives and move forward with renewed strength is profoundly fulfilling.

I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because it provides practical, actionable strategies to tackle negative thought patterns and behaviors. I enjoy working with CBT because it empowers you to make tangible changes in your daily life, helping you to build resilience and achieve your goals. Seeing clients develop healthier coping strategies and experience real-life improvements is incredibly rewarding.

I specialize in working with teens because this stage is often marked by intense self-discovery and change. I’m particularly interested in helping adolescents tackle challenges like peer pressure, identity formation, and family dynamics. My approach is tailored to resonate with their unique developmental needs, aiming to foster resilience and self-confidence during these critical years.

I focus on anxiety because it can be overwhelming and limit your potential. I find it rewarding to help clients understand the root causes of their anxiety and develop personalized strategies to manage it. By using techniques to reframe negative thoughts and reduce physical symptoms, I work to empower you to reclaim control and lead a more fulfilling life.

As a BIPOC therapist, I’m deeply committed to addressing culture and systemic oppression, knowing firsthand how these issues impact mental health and identity. I focus on helping clients navigate and challenge systemic barriers while affirming their cultural identity. My approach combines cultural sensitivity with empowerment, ensuring you feel supported and understood. Together, we’ll work to build resilience and advocate for yourself, fostering a therapeutic space that honors your experiences

As a BIPOC therapist, I’m deeply committed to addressing culture and systemic oppression, knowing firsthand how these issues impact mental health and identity. I focus on helping clients navigate and challenge systemic barriers while affirming their cultural identity. My approach combines cultural sensitivity with empowerment, ensuring you feel supported and understood. Together, we’ll work to build resilience and advocate for yourself, fostering a therapeutic space that honors your experiences

I focus on anxiety because it can be overwhelming and limit your potential. I find it rewarding to help clients understand the root causes of their anxiety and develop personalized strategies to manage it. By using techniques to reframe negative thoughts and reduce physical symptoms, I work to empower you to reclaim control and lead a more fulfilling life.