LMFT, 19 years of experience
Im a Bilingual English/Spanish-speaking therapist with a Marriage and Family License, with 18 years of clinical experience, 14 years licensed and in private practice. I consider myself to be bicultural. Having been raised as a first-generation American in a Latin family, I can identify with the mentality of someone living within two "worlds". Transitioning from one culture to another with seemingly different values, beliefs and language. I can easily understand the struggle that maintaining, and existing in both, can sometimes be. I've come to perceive and appreciate it as the gift of having a "bridge" that allows connection to, and understanding of, different aspects of people and life. My education has a foundation in Clinical Psychology, woven with holistic transpersonal themes, the connection between mind, body, and spirit, and just plain down-to-earth common sense. Always keeping in mind the client's personal beliefs and values.
We will do a rundown of "broad" information- physical ailments, substance abuse, medications used, even if listed on the intake it may need elaboration. I will then identify the reason for seeking assistance at this point in time, if you've had previous therapy experience and what was the culmination of that. We will take from there as to what needs, or is desired, to be the focus of the initial, or future, sessions. There are no wrong answers, including not wanting to discuss something. Every session is tailored to the client.
I consider therapy an art, as every individual, and even every session for the same individual can be different. I attempt to focus therapy on awareness of self, assisting you to know yourself, your wants, needs and desires, how you envision yourself in the future, and how I can help you to reach this vision. I offer nonjudgmental feedback based on my analysis, educated deductions, and intuitive feelings felt within the interaction, ALL to offer information that may help you gain insight into your process, mental paradigm and genuine identity. I tailor it to the individual and the current circumstances. Your therapy, life, and overall growth are in your control. I am here as a guide, facilitator, source of support, and at times, devil's advocate.
Humans looking for increased self awareness and insight into self and life to develop the most satisfying existence they can create.
I believe all humans have the capability, autonomy and control over themselves and their life to progress, reach their goals and achieve highest potential, whatever that might mean to them.
Identifying belief patterns, and the subsequent actions/behavior that follow those beliefs, is imperative to recognizing and modifying dysfunctional habits that impede progress/stability/peace. Particularly in the realms of asserting needs, having healthy boundaries and learning to effectively communicate with others.
6 ratings with written reviews
July 23, 2025
She’s very open minded, knowledgeable, warm and easy to talk to. She’s such a great therapist!
May 7, 2025
Carolina is an incredible listener. She takes in what she hears and reflects it back through thoughtful, introspective questions that challenge me and help me see things I hadn’t noticed about myself. I appreciate her deeply.
April 27, 2025
Carolina is exactly what I was looking for. She is a great listener and gave very good advice. I left my first session with tools to help reach my goals without feeling overwhelmed. I wish I could keep her in my pocket for advice daily!