Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Family
- Adolescent/Teen
About My Clients
From painful traumas, grief and loss, relationships issues, parenting challenges, marriage disconnection, to anxiety and depression, we all experience challenges at some point in life that may disconnect us from our true selves. Growing and becoming the best version of ourselves requires work and attention as it may not come naturally. Every person is different, while respecting your uniqueness, I look forward to sharing my knowledge and to hold your hand towards authenticity.
My Background and Approach
I treat adults, adolescents, children, families, couples, and groups. I offer sessions in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. After getting a Bachelor’s in Psychology, I decided to get a Master’s in mental health counseling to be experienced in both approaches. What makes me passionate about being a Professional Counselor, is that we are trained to bring clients towards wellness, or towards living the best life they can holistically live in the present moment. I use evidence-based modalities that are scientifically proven to help improving mental health. Being trauma informed, I include developmental experiences in therapy. Clients will learn how to use tools towards having better relationships with family friends and partners, to lower anxiety and depression, and to find awareness within themselves to maintain emotional regulation. At the end, my clients describe having a stronger sense of self and the ability to maintain calmness during difficult times.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I have a strong belief in the innate human ability to heal and to strive to become the best version of one’s self. In my perception, humans have evolved to survive both physically and emotionally. By using evidence-based tools such as EMDR and CBT I empower clients to find inside of themselves their own ways of independently navigating towards thriving. Why I became a counselor: Very early in life I came to realize the most amazing moments that I can experience are watching people taking developmental steps towards their own personal growth while detaching from the thoughts, beliefs, and feelings that have once held them back. After understanding that the support offered during counseling provides clients the opportunity to position themselves in the place of most potential for emotional wellness, it became inevitable that I would become a counselor. For me, it is an honor to be a part of my client’s journey.