Diana Briseno
I am bi-lingual, speaking English and Spanish. My goal is to help you increase motivation, self-esteem, & confidence and to reduce depressive and anxiety symptoms and I can help with alcohol and chemical dependency issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths.
My goal is to help you increase motivation, self-esteem, & confidence and to reduce depressive and anxiety symptoms and I can help with alcohol and chemical dependency issues.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
First session
In our first few sessions, you can expect a comprehensive assessment to identify your specific needs in a safe confidential setting. We will work together to develop a clear understanding of your goals and challenges, laying the foundation for healing and progress.
Strengths
My desire to help people is my greatest strength. I am here to walk by your side and to encourage you along the way. I am also here to remind you that you are not alone.
Ideal clients
Individuals I work with have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, alcoholism, chemical dependency, post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma history, and suicidal ideation. I encourage and empower individuals by providing education, goal setting, practicing new coping skills, boundary setting, positive affirmations to build self-esteem, and relapse prevention skills. Many times, we can be driven by negative self-talk and fear due to core beliefs. We will work together in identifying these negative beliefs and thoughts and how to replace them with new beliefs, as you build confidence and find your voice.
Treatment methods
Strength-Based
My goal is helping you identify your strengths and accomplishments that will allow you to build a life of meaning, purpose and increase your self-esteem.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My goal is to help you identify and discover your own solutions in the areas of that are important to you.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My goal is to help you in identify how cognitive distortions, and core beliefs affect thoughts, feelings and behavior and helping you identify strategies to change thoughts and begin practicing new behaviors than can help in change your emotions.
Motivational Interviewing
My goal is to be supportive, listen to your concerns, help you identify your values, and encourage your absolute ability to change.
Location
Virtual sessions