Desirae Spignor
As you focus on clearing your generational trauma, do not forget to claim your generational strengths. Your ancestors gave you more than just wounds. - XAVIER DAGBA For me, the above quote perfectly explains why I became a counsellor/social worker. When individuals, families and communities have been impacted by systemic oppressions, it is not uncommon for it to have a traumatic impact on their lives. I lean on my formal education and my own lived experience in the work I do. My educational background includes a BSW and MSW in Social Work from California State University Sacramento. I understand that no single approach is the "right one". My goal is to use an eclectic approach grounded in decolonisation, cultural humility and Trauma Informed and Resilient Oriented Care. By doing so, I am able to build rapport, advocate and be in community while supporting change.
First session
During our first session we will begin with brief introductions, I can answer any questions you may have and then we will move on to what you want to address in the time we have together. We will talk about what your goal is and/or why did you decide to go to therapy. If you have engaged in therapy before, what has been your likes and dislikes? Or we can just get into what ever may be bothering you, its really up to you how we spend the time.
Strengths
My great passion is creating safe spaces in which those impacted by systems and systemic oppresions can heal. I strive to empower individuals, families and communities find holistic wellness and strengthen relationships so they can be at peace, feel whole and be safe.
Ideal clients
A diverse population of individuals, families, couples and groups in clinical, community and incarceral settings.
Treatment methods
Eclectic
My goal is overall wellness and whatever that may look like for you. Creating a safe space that is Trauma Informed, resilient orientated and culturally humble for people to heal. I use an eclectic approach that incorporates the principles of DBT and ACT to support with implementing wellness tools, grounding techniques and being in the moment.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 108480