I am all about secure attachment and emotional wellbeing. My clients resonate with my Emotionally Focused and Narrative therapeutic approach as it bridges your narratives with the ongoing emotions that come with them. These modalities offer you the opportunity to feel your emotions and create the open space to be vulnerable with yourself and your loved ones. My approach also provides skills to create emotional safety within your relationships, understand the narratives of your life and how to promote personal growth through mindfulness.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+, Men, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Music Therapy Uses music listening, songwriting, or rhythm exercises to support healing. It is effective for stress, emotional expression, and cognitive challenges.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: I utilize EFT and Narrative modalities in my therapeutic practice. I believe these theories offer guidance to understanding the stories of your life. Narrating the story helps individuals approach the topic easier and can help bridge the emotions to the event. Throughout my sessions, I try to understand the emotional experiences and stories throughout your life to assist with the reasons you are coming to therapy. This means exploring family of origin dynamics, unpacking unhealthy narratives, and learning how to be give space for and advocate for your emotions.
Fees & Insurance
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- BCBS
Education & Credentials
Gracie Orellano ALMFT
- Female
- License # 208.011545
- Licensed in Illinois
- Practicing Since 2024