I am a bilingual licensed clinical social worker and board-approved supervisor with 13+ years of experience. My focus is to address grief, adjustment, domestic violence, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy guiding others in working towards their life goals by sharing a positive and motivating attitude. Therapy is a great tool for anyone that is needing the extra push to focus on increasing self-love and work on increasing self-care. I currently work for the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as a Clinical Associate Professor and AOP Field Coordinator. Previously to UTRGV, I worked for South Texas College, for over 7 years as Counseling Services Manager. Also, I had been teaching in higher education for 5 years and have done both in-person and online courses for Our Lady of the Lake University. I graduated from The University of Texas-Pan American in 2010 with a Master of Science in Social Work and obtained a Bachelor of Social Work in 2009. I am currently licensed as a Board-Approved Clinical Social Work Supervisor in Texas. I am also a Laughter Ambassador/Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher and work as a Clinical Supervisor for the Boys and Girls Clubs Youth and Family Support Services Program. I continue working with the community to increase mental health awareness and provide trainings to mental health professionals.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During the first session, expect to share about you and what made you take the step to focus on your needs.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I specialize in helping individuals regain their self-confidence by providing effective coping techniques using practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focus therapy, person-centered therapy approach, etc.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strengths are engaging with my clients in being real and understanding real-life situations, expressing empathy and being kind to their struggles but at the same time assisting them to move forward in their goals.