Hello, I'm Stacey Hernandez, and I specialize in grief and loss, anxiety, depression, stress management, and trauma, with 14 years of experience in counseling in various settings, such as school settings, children's bereavement center, and rape crisis center. I am dedicated to providing personalized care and support to each client. Over the years, I have had the privilege of helping numerous individuals achieve improved mental health, enhanced coping skills, and increased self-awareness.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My ability to combine evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care with a deep sense of empathy and cultural sensitivity makes you well-equipped to serve diverse populations. You foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship, helping clients feel empowered and supported as they work toward meaningful change.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
am best positioned to serve clients experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, or chronic stress who are seeking effective tools to reduce their symptoms and regain control of their lives. I also support individuals navigating significant life changes, such as career transitions, relationship challenges, or grief, by providing guidance to help them manage uncertainty and adapt to new circumstances. Additionally, I work with clients who have experienced abuse, neglect, or other forms of trauma, offering a safe and compassionate space to process their experiences and move toward healing and empowerment.
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Trauma-Focused CBT
Creating a space where clients feel secure enough to explore their trauma without judgment or re-traumatization. Educating clients and their caregivers about trauma and its effects, normalizing their experiences, and reducing stigma. Encouraging the client to create a detailed narrative of their trauma to process and integrate their experience. Helping clients identify, express, and regulate their emotions effectively.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Addressing unhelpful or distorted trauma-related thoughts and replacing them with healthier, adaptive ones.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Helping clients focus on the "here and now" instead of ruminating on the past or worrying about the future. Encouraging clients to observe their thoughts and feelings without labeling them as good or bad. Teaching techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, grounding techniques and progressive muscle relaxation to reduce physical symptoms of stress.