Today marks a significant step toward a renewed version of yourself, where empowerment and positive growth align on your path to well-being! As a therapist, I embody qualities of friendliness, support, reliability, and care, with a genuine commitment to understanding and listening. My approach is solution-focused, aiming to create a secure space for your journey. I've successfully worked with individuals dealing with mood disorders, grief, trauma, and those seeking healing from the past. Belinda's clinical expertise encompasses the treatment of anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, challenging family relationships, and issues related to body and weight. She adopts a systemic perspective, addressing difficulties at both individual and relational levels to achieve comprehensive and enduring results. In her role as a straightforward and pragmatic therapist, Belinda values clients as equals, considering their concerns throughout the treatment process. Simultaneously, she provides a warm, safe environment where clients feel supported and accepted throughout their journey of growth and change. While emphasizing clients' accountability for the desired change, she sees herself as both an information provider and a secure base, encouraging exploration of new ways to navigate the world.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our initial session, we'll engage in introductions and delve into your primary concerns and goals. With a naturally easygoing and lighthearted approach, I'm here to ensure we proceed at a pace that suits you best.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I frequently share resources and integrate assessments to objectively identify areas for improvement, promoting healing and growth.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My strengths include listening with the intention of understanding and offering encouragement and support.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Belinda, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, brings over 15 years of extensive clinical experience working directly with both adults and children. Her diverse background encompasses various settings, such as a State Hospital, Hospice, Psychiatric inpatient hospital, Emergency rooms, and community-based therapy. With a focus on mood and anxiety disorders, relationship building, parenting challenges, grief resolution, women's issues, and life transitions, Belinda offers specialized expertise. Her background and training extend to addiction, trauma, grief, guilt, and shame, along with a deep understanding of attachment theory and adoption challenges. Embracing inclusivity, Belinda is LGBTQIA+ and poly-friendly, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all individuals.