(she/her)
New to Grow
Hi! My name is Raya and I'm a clinical therapist with a background in social work. I'm a firm believer that the best approach to engaging clients and tackling complex issues is a combination of learned skills and community resources. I'm able to engage clients in a warm and compassionate way that strengthens and empowers them to take on life's challenges.
In our first session you can expect introductions, chats about client intake forms and what brought you in to see me
I've worked with a variety of clients dealing with a variety of complicated issues and transitions. I'll meet you with compassion and without judgement.
I'm most effective working with clients who are navigating grief, depression, anxiety, identity and major life transitions. Whether you're navigating single adulthood or family life clients I engage benefit most when they are curious about themselves and open to changing their perspective on the "problem". I'm able to meet clients exactly where they are and together we can make progress not perfection!
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize this methodology with clients who need tools to impact their thought process and its effect on their day to day life
Motivational Interviewing
I utilize this method to assist clients with developing their own goals for change and improvement
Compassion Focused
I utilize this method to guide patients through the change process with decreased judgement toward themselves and others