New to Grow
I bring an integrative approach to sessions. My multicultural background and extensive experience in individual and group therapy have taught her that the relationship is at the core of any successful therapeutic exchange. I have lived in large urban areas and small rural communities and have worked in a variety of settings in this country and other countries. I am told that I bring a warm yet direct approach to the therapeutic alliance.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
I am curious about your life experience and how our journeys brought us together to assist you in managing some of the more challenging aspects of your life. I will ask you what you are looking for, and will give you short bio of my therapeutic journey.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Many of my clients seek me out when struggling with contextual depression and anxiety stemming from profound changes rooted in loss, grief, or major life transitions. I am particularly passionate about serving folks who are struggling with finding their space and their strengths. My style is psychodynamic. As an experienced clinician and supervisor, I have worked with individuals, families and groups. Building a solid therapeutic alliance is the first step to a good rapport. Years of experience with group and individual therapy in a large urban hospital provided me with a solid set of skills and tools from which I draw on for our work. My multicultural life experience has given me perspective on context, culture, and personality. I invite you to try a warm, collaborative approach that will help you find resolution and closure to many of your life challenges. I was born in Portugal. Sessions available in English or Portuguese.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
You are not a blank slate and I see us journeying through your life, using tools that I have learned and the experience that you bring. Together, your narrative will enable us to bring about the desired changes. I welcome you wherever you are on your journey, your odyssey, and my expertise in trauma therapy, CBT, EMDR and attachment theory, among many other modalities, will bring us to that desired safe port, to a place of connection and integration.
Attachment-based
Together, we'll explore your personal journey, discovering the strengths and tools you use to navigate life. This will help us better understand your unique experiences and work towards your goals. I have extensive experience in various settings from hospital clinics to private practice.
Couples Counseling
I use a multi-modal approach in couples therapy, integrating various techniques to best support your unique relationship needs.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In our sessions, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, evidence-based approach where we'll explore the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to create lasting change. I have used it in various settings and remains the gold standard upon which many other therapies have been built.
EMDR
I have been using EMDR for clients who have a trauma history. I have found it to be the most effective in helping clients deal with traumatic memories and events.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
My multicultural background enables me to easily understand the various cultural experiences and how they impact clients' reality and how they manage their environment.