Hello! Welcome to LIV Counseling, LLC! I would like to congratulate your act of courage in embarking on this journey. I understand for many sharing their personal struggles is not easy. Vulnerability is uncomfortable. With any success one must get comfortable with being uncomfortable. I created LIV counseling in 2021 to fulfill my desire to help those who feel lost, lifeless, emotionless, and withdrawn from life's greatest pleasures. I believe everyone has the ability to be the best version of themselves. I am Mexican by nature and American by heart. I integrate both cultures to provide my authentic rhythm to the work I provide to my clients. I also value honesty, commitment, and communication, thus, incorporate these values into my practice. My approach is not religion based rather focuses on the spiritual-self .
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My specialty is trauma focused therapy. I am dedicated to helping adult women and men improve their quality of life. The core of my work is in repairing attachment wounds, building skills to restore functioning, and integration of the traumatic experience(s).
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Manuela works with adults struggling with healing childhood emotional wounds.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Adults, veterans, PTSD and trauma related disorders, depression, anxiety, and grief.