Marcela Medina, LICSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Marcela Medina

Marcela Medina

LICSW
10 years of experience
Virtual

I am a dedicated and passionate clinician who understands the challenges and difficulties we all face. I am focused on helping my clients achieve their maximum potential. I have successfully helped several clients addresses different issues, focusing on empowering them to take control of their lives. I have worked with several and diverse populations dealing with a variety of issues, including homelessness, substance abuse, mental health disorders and behavioral issues. I have ample experience with teenagers, children, and families. I provide therapy in English and Spanish.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

After first introduction, we discuss what to expect from therapy, goals and objectives. I'll ask open ended questions to help the client identify triggers and coping mechanisms to build a strong treatment plan.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I am a very passionate about my work; I am authentic, realistic and reliable. My work is not just my job, but my passion.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I am very passionate and committed practitioner; I love working with people with history of trauma to identify the appropriate coping methods that allow them to move on with their lives.

About Marcela Medina

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Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have been using this approach for several years to help clients to better cope with mental health symptoms.

EMDR

I use EMDR to help clients with history of trauma to confront their fears and find the healing that allow them to move on with their lives.

Motivational Interviewing

I use Motivational Interviewing to create a safe space where the client feels comfortable sharing their emotions and thoughts and can resolve ambivalence and insecurities.