Licensed Professional Counselor, Resident in Counseling, MA, MPP, NCC
I am dedicated to fostering a warm, safe, and empathetic environment for my clients to explore, grow, and heal. I have a passion for supporting adults, teens, and children facing challenges such as interpersonal relationship dysfunction, identity and self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and questions of faith.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Social Work Supervisee
Through my work with clients, I balance care for their immediate needs with deeper processing around root causes of pain. I'm a trauma-informed therapist who specializes in working with anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, and attachment-based processing. I take a holistic approach to care and integrate attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and CBT.
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think".......By A.A. Milne. It is my deepest desire to actively assist those in need of support through life's challenges. I am eager to work with those experiencing a crisis, conflict, or seemingly unmanageable change in the course of life's events. I discretely assist individuals in finding solutions to some of the more challenging issues in life.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in addition to people experiencing life with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. I have many years of experience as an educator, and as a clinical therapist working with people with special needs. My work is very interactive and homework is often assigned to practice new skills.
The purpose of our work together is to build a relationship that fosters an environment that is personalized and centered on your goals and objectives. In meeting your goals and objectives you will not only be able to successfully navigate through these challenges, but be better prepared to face future challenges life may bring.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Traumatologist and a Nationally Certified Counselor who specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, multicultural counseling, relationship issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse.
I am a Spanish-Speaking generalist therapist. I have over 12 years of clinical experience working with groups, families children and individuals in diverse settings including inpatient, outpatient, violence intervention, non-profit and child welfare. I presently works with children (ages five and up), adolescents and adults My special interest include Anxiety, Trauma, OCD, Self-Harm, Mood Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Men Issues and Substance Use.
I have participated in various work groups throughout Virginia to End Domestic Violence and in the Council to End Domestic Violence and have proposed recommendations to the State on how to address trauma and abuse in children that witness domestic violence. I have spoken at the Childweare League of America and Department of Homeland Security on topics regarding individuals that cause harm.
Therapy is more than talking. It is a collaborative relationship where we identify your goals, offer perspective, give you tools, and help you turn your insights into action.
As a licensed clinical psychologist for 20+ years, I understand that the relationship and "fit" between client and therapist is paramount. I work hard to establish and maintain a relationship based on mutual trust and honesty. We can work together to help you feel less stuck, and more in control.
Life can be overwhelming at times and sometimes you are in need of extra support, guidance and a safe space along the way. My hope is to walk alongside you in your journey and help you reach the goals you want for yourself and your life and provide a safe space for healing and growth. I have spent years developing my skills and knowledge by working with adults, adolescents and children who have experienced trauma and family issues. I have experience in working with individuals who have struggled with couple issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual exploitation, grief and loss. I am currently seeing clients aged 14+.
I am a firm believer that no one treatment modality is the answer for everyone. I use a combination of different therapy modalities such as Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as EMDR.
Life’s stressors can become overwhelming and cause a sense of being disconnected from who you once were or aspire to be. Despite your best efforts – exercising, seeking spiritual guidance, talking to trusted friends, reading self-help books – finding peace within yourself can seem like a never-ending battle. You’ve taken the critical first step toward seeking help. Let us take the next step together. As a Clinical Psychologist, I bring a genuine sense of compassion for my clients' difficulties. Together, we will work to find meaning behind emotions, discover the patterns of your thoughts, learn new skills and strategies to feel more emotionally grounded, and quiet conflicts that have lived beyond their time. I invite you to reach out to discuss your needs.