Ana Cubilla
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas . I obtained my Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Florida Atlantic University and am licensed in the state of Florida and Texas. I have over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am fluent and holds sessions in both English and Spanish. I have a holistic approach in therapy that looks at each person as a whole in order to achieve their desired outcome. I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life’s struggles. I provide support, counseling, and advocacy services to address a wide range of social, emotional, and practical concerns. I ultimately strive to enhance a client's qualify of life and emphazie an attentive experience that builds on a lasting progress.
First session
During the first session, clients can expect several key activites and discussions to occur, aimed at establishing a strong therapeutic foundation and understanding the client's need. I will create a safe and condiential space in order to begin the resolution of past trauma and start the healing process. You may be asked to complete initial paperwork such as intake forms, demographic, and consent forms. This is used to gather essential background information about the client and ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements. We will engage in an assessment process to gather information about presenting concerns, history, strengths and goals for therapy. I encourage the client to discuss reasons for seeking therapy and share specific conercns, challenges or goals they may have. We collaboratively identify and prioritize goals for therapy. We discuss various treatment options and approaches that may be beneficial for addressing the clients concerns. Finally, towards the end of the session I will summarize key points discussed, review goals and discuss scheduling for future sessions. I will ensure the client feels supported and has a clear understanding of what to expect moving forward.
Strengths
As an LCSW, I have a passion for supporting individuals through their journey to healing and growth. My greatest strengths as a provider are rooting in my unique blend of skills, experience, and personal qualities. I have a holistic perspective, that considers interconnectedness of various aspects of a client's life such as including their mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being. I address underlying factors that contribute to a clients' struggles and collaborate to develop a comprehensive treatment plan. I communicate openly, honestly, and empathetically with my clients. I actively listen to their concerns, validate their experiences, and provide clear and supportive guidance, foster trust and rapport in our therapeutic relationship. Finally, I am committed to ongoing professional development and self-reflection. I regularly engage in supervision, CEUs (Continuing education units), and self-care practices to enhance my skills and maintain my own well-being that ensure I am providing the highest quality of care of my clients. Through my effective communication skills, evidence-based interventions, and holistic approach, I empower my clients to achieve meaningful change and transformation in their lives.
Ideal clients
I am positioned to serve a diverse range of clients from various background and different needs. I am best fit for clients that recognize the impact of trauma on their life and motivated to work through it.
Treatment methods
Strength-Based
Strength-Based therapy is an approach that focuses on identifying and enhaving an individual's strengths, resources, and positives qualities rather than focusing on the weakness or problem. I utilize this in therapy by conducting accessestments, collaborating on goal setting, identifying the strengths, building on one's skills, and positive reframing.
Compassion-Focused
Compassion Focused therapy is an evidence based therapy that helps individuals cultivate compassion for themselves and others. I utilize this in therapy by creating a safe environment, psychoeducating, exploring blocks to compassion, developing self-compassion, imagery and visualization techniques, and building on compassionate relationships to cultivate a compassionate lifestyle .
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
This therapy style invovles a therapist being attuend to and respectful of cultural backgrounds, values, beliefs, and identities of their clients. I utilize this in therapy by being culturally aware, building rapport and trust, collaborating on goal setting, respecting diversity within cultures, and promoting cultural empowerment and resilience.
Supportive
Supportive therapy provides emotional support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals facing various life challenges or stressors. I utilize this in therapy by establing a therapeutic alliance, validating one's journey, exploring coping strategies, normalizing experiences, crisis intervention, and problem-solving.
Location
Virtual sessions