LCPC, 20 years of experience
As a Latina and Jewish therapist, I see the need for therapists who can identify with intersectional identities. I work with people who are dealing with issues around their race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender identity. I support our clients in processing how being you in our society affects how you feel about yourself and ultimately your mental health. I want our clients to learn to appreciate the unique gifts that they bring as they process past experiences.
Making you feel safe and respected is my main priority, especially in the first session. I use the first session to get to know you and discuss your therapy goals. We will work together to set specific goals to make sure that you get what you are looking for in our work.
I am always making sure that I stay up to date with new ways of working with clients and interventions. I believe that its important to always be growing and learning as a provider. I have been told that I am very empathetic, a good listener and that I always make sure that the client gets some sort of takeaway from the therapy session.
I work with people who come from all walks of life who are dealing with issues around their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender identity. In addition, I have begun to work with adults who have been diagnosed or who are realizing that they may have ADHD and/or be on the autism spectrum.
I am well versed in Social Justice Theory and have conducted trainings for professionals on decolonizing therapy and supporting people in achieving goals that they choose. I encourage clients to work with me as a partner in their therapy to ensure that clients feel respected and that I am able to honor and celebrate their culture and beliefs.
The client therapist relationship is the most crucial part of the therapeutic process. I make sure that clients feel supported with a sense of unconditional positive regard from me.
I have 20 years of experience working with survivors of trauma. I work to look at the function certain behaviors have, and support the client in understanding the functions they serve and may continue to serve.
I use modalities such as CBT, DBT and informational intervention based on what the client needs and their goals.
I have recently to use this technique to treat trauma and I am in the process of being certified.