Got Grief? Are you feeling stuck with anxious feelings and thoughts? Life can be challenging to endure and you’re doing your best to manage it all! Thank you for taking this step and especially when it feels like you can barely muster any strength to do so. I’m here to support you. I’m Erika Silva, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work virtually with adolescent and young adults experiencing grief and anxiety. I am committed to fostering an empathetic and non-judgmental environment to guide you toward growth and healing. In my work I strive for self-reflection and encourage the exploration of difficult, often avoided emotions. My purpose is to help you examine those emotions and thoughts blocking your recovery. We will work together on how to utilize your strengths, modify distorted thinking, and develop a healthier inner voice. We will also work together to improve your self-care and develop a plan for symptom management. Seeking therapy can be empowering and you deserve to reach your full potential. I look forward to our meeting and journey together, thank you.

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

In our first meeting, we’ll begin with brief introductions, then I’ll give you the opportunity to tell your story, bringing you to therapy. This will inform me on how to best support you. We will start the process of collaborating on goals that feel right for you and identify areas of focus for future sessions.

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

Having worked with adolescents and young adults for eight years plus, I understand the needs and stressors that emerge during this pivotal time. I know how create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop the necessary coping skills to heal and recover.

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

My work is grounded in my passion for counseling the youth and young adults as I, myself recall the challenges navigating adolescence and young adult hood. I wish then, I had someone to talk with and understand me. I believe this age to be a valuable and vulnerable time for self-discovery and growth. I understand how much more challenging it can become when overwhelmed by strong emotions such as anxiety and grief that seem to take over and make life unbearable. I strive to go at your pace, guiding, and providing a safe place toward healing that is meaningful and aligned with your goals.

About Erika Silva

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