LP, 10 years of experience
Growing up in Brazil, and having had extensive experience traveling and living in different parts of the world, I have a passion working with people with a variety of perspectives and traditions. I am a licensed psychologist fluent in English and Portuguese (native speaker) and provide therapy in both languages. I attended New Mexico State University and earned my doctoral degree in counseling psychology. I also have an educational specialist degree in school psychology. I specialize in college aged students, women's issues, fertility, single mothers by choice, grief, interpersonal and romantic relationships, and anxiety.
My goal is to help you make room for growth, healing, compassion, and happiness. Change can be challenging, and I value forming a therapeutic relationship where we can collaborate in setting goals that will assist you in the process. By you having a safe space, you will have more room to explore your thoughts and feelings so that healing can begin.
As mentioned previously, I have experience working with individuals who are coping with anxiety, infertility, interpersonal relationships, career-relateds stressors, and academic concerns. I look forward in helping you meet your goals.
Relational therapy examines connections and disconnections and how these impact current relationships. My goal is to create a safe and empathic setting so that you can examine your current stressors and interpersonal relationships. Examining cultural factors is also important. Alongside Relational Cultural Therapy I also incorporate CBT and Self-Compassion Techniques.