Hi My name is Mariela Navarrette, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Being a first generation Latin American I understand the challenges and impacts of unprocessed mental health issues within cultures and family dynamics. I have also witnessed and experienced the beauty of receiving help in difficult times and have seen the positive impacts it can have. This led me to pursue a Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Social Work in hopes that my education, training and skills may help others and cause a ripple effect to bring about change in people. I am passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, overcome challenges, process uncomfortable feelings and develop healthy habits. It is through therapy that we begin to learn about ourselves and grow as a person.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Life is a journey and I am here to walk beside you through the good and bad. We'll work together to help you achieve goals and help you discover how to help yourself. I will challenge you to dig deep and step out of your comfort zone. I will sit with you in moments of pain and sadness and provide a listening ear in difficult times. I also look forward to seeing you grow as a person and overcome challenges . My goal is to create a safe space for vulnerability and provide hope.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I teach clients to become aware of unhelpful thoughts, explore the root of false beliefs and how it has influenced their lives and decision making while at the same time helping them develop self-compassion and rationalize thoughts using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also assist patients with feeling more confident in decision making, setting boundaries and identifying solutions using Problem Solving Therapy. In addition, I guide clients to develop and implement healthy self-care practices.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My clients often describe me as warm, nonjudgemental and empathetic. I welcome clients of different backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities. I am bilingual and provide treatment in Spanish as well. I work with adults in short term and long term therapy. I help individuals who struggle with stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions and trauma.