As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Grief Counseling Specialist in California, I specialize in supporting adolescents and young adults through grief, loss, and anxiety. My priority is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space that encourages healing and personal growth. In our sessions, we'll focus on self-reflection and exploring difficult emotions to help you address the thoughts and emotions that may be hindering your progress. Together, we will leverage your strengths, challenge negative thought patterns, and cultivate a more positive self-perception. Additionally, we will focus on enhancing your self-care practices and creating a strategy for effectively managing your symptoms. Taking the step to begin therapy is a powerful move towards realizing your potential, and I am excited about the possibility of working with you.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

During our initial meeting, we'll briefly introduce ourselves, and then I'll invite you to share the experiences that have led you to seek therapy. This will help me understand how I can best assist you. Together, we will begin to establish goals that resonate with you and pinpoint specific areas to explore in our upcoming sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

With over eight years of experience working with adolescents and young adults, I deeply understand the unique needs and stressors that arise during this critical stage of life. I am skilled in creating a secure and encouraging environment where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions, gain valuable insights, and cultivate essential coping skills for healing and growth.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

My passion for counseling youth and young adults stems from my own experiences navigating the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood. I often think about how helpful it would have been to have someone to confide in and truly understand what I was going through. I believe this period is a critical yet sensitive time for self-discovery and personal development. I recognize how overwhelming it can be when strong emotions like anxiety or grief take over and make life feel unbearable. My approach involves working at your pace, offering guidance, and creating a safe space for healing that is both meaningful and aligned with your goals.

About Erika Silva