LCSW, 10 years of experience
Hi! I'm Estela, Do you ever feel stuck or just have too much going on? Are you in a transition, or having trouble coping with life stressors? A high number of people experience these things in different ways; often times, they just need a reminder of who they are to help discover their own potential to move forward in life. I describe myself as gentle, non-judgmental, and empathic. I Iike to meet my clients where they are. Together, we will identify your strengths, explore your emotions, thoughts, relationships and experiences and come up with coping strategies you can use to feel more confident moving forward in life. I know it can be intimidating even making the first appointment, but it is through your first step that success will come.
During the first session, I will focus on establishing rapport and getting to know each other.
My biggest strength is using spiritual practices such a prayer, connecting with nature and mindfulness. I like to address the person as a whole.
I primarily see individual adult clients. I see a diverse population of clients and have exposure to a wide variety of issues and diagnoses: anxiety, depression, domestic violence/trauma, work stress, parenting, relationship problems, grief/loss, chronic illness/pain, assertiveness/self-esteem, caregiver stress and life transitions (going to college, having a baby, getting married/divorced, moving, changing jobs). I like to integrate a variety of methods: Prayer, journaling, motivational interviewing, reflective listening and mindfulness.
I work with diverse cultures and like to incorporate, prayer, journaling and nature.
I also incorporate prayer and journaling based on client desire and culture. I work with mind, soul and body.
I use evidence-based practice as a fundamental in helping clients with Depression and Anxiety
all clients have strengths and working on finding and rebuilding their potential has been successful
A combination of solution-focused, when client wants to focus on short-term treatment. I integrate methods based on client culture and interest.