Licensed to practice in Arizona and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Coping Skills, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 3 more.
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New to Grow
Counselor with 9 years of intensive clinical experience supporting individuals and families navigating a wide range of mental health and behavioral health concerns. Experienced in providing trauma-informed, compassionate counseling to clients who have experienced PTSD, grief and loss, dysfunctional relationships, low self-esteem, depression, social and generalized anxiety. Extensive experience providing psychoeducation, therapeutic support, coping strategies, and guidance for those pursuing and maintaining sobriety. Skilled in couples and family counseling, with an emphasis on improving communication, strengthening relationships, establishing healthy boundaries, and developing effective coping skills. Clinical background includes working in psychiatric hospitals, providing crisis counseling to children and adolescents, and delivering individual and group counseling services to a diverse age range, from children as young as 10 through adults up to age 99. Experienced in working with clients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms, emotional crises, complex trauma, and significant life challenges. As a first-generation American of Puerto Rican descent, I bring a strong appreciation for cultural identity and diversity to my clinical work. I am fluent in Spanish and English and am committed to providing culturally responsive, compassionate, and individualized care to clients from diverse backgrounds. Having attained a Masters in Divinity in Biblical theology I can provide a "Godly" perspective, if desired. -------- Consejera con 9 años de amplia experiencia clínica apoyando a individuos y familias que enfrentan una variedad de dificultades de salud mental y conductuales. Cuento con experiencia por el trauma a personas que han experimentado TEPT, duelo y pérdida, relaciones disfuncionales, baja autoestima, depresión, ansiedad social y generalizada, ideación suicida, alucinaciones. Brindo psicoeducación, apoyo terapéutico, estrategias de afrontamiento y orientación a personas que buscan alcanzar y mantener la sobriedad.
During the first session, I introduce myself and ask the client to do the same. If permitted, I will assess for present day Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Self-love, Love of People, eating and sleeping habits. I will also assess for past behaviors.
I listen with my eyes, my ears, and my mind's eye. Having experienced trauma in my own life, I understand that healing is deeply personal, and I bring a perspective that comes not only from professional training and experience, but also from lived experiences. We can work on changing your thought patterns through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and an understanding of neuroplasticity. Depending on your individual needs, I may encourage activities such as volunteering (Adlerian Theory), reading, developing healthy coping skills, practicing self-care, and learning to love and value yourself, just to name a few. If you have been experiencing intense or long-lasting depression, I may recommend incorporating EMDR into our work. At other times, I may simply teach you EMDR resourcing techniques to help you manage anxiety, overwhelming emotions, or difficult moments. If you are interested in incorporating a Biblical perspective to your therapeutic experience, we can do that also. Lead the way and we can add a Godly perspective to the guidance you get. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward healing and becoming the best version of yourself. ------- Escucho con mis ojos, mis oídos y los ojos de mi mente. Al haber vivido experiencias traumáticas en mi propia vida, puedo ofrecer una perspectiva y una comprensión que no provienen únicamente de los libros. Encontré la felicidad a los 40 años y puedo ayudarte a descubrir el camino que puedes tomar para encontrar ese mismo tipo de sanación y bienestar. Con mi orientación, puedo ayudarte a aprender cómo transformar tus pensamientos utilizando la Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (TCC) y los principios de la neuroplasticidad. Dependiendo de tus necesidades, puedo recomendarte actividades como hacer trabajo voluntario, leer, desarrollar y utilizar estrategias de afrontamiento, y trabajar en aprender a amarte y valorarte. Si has estado enfrentando una depresión intensa y prolongada, podría recomendar que incorporemos EMDR (Desensibilización y Reprocesamiento por Movimientos Oculares) como parte de tu proceso terapéutico. En otras ocasiones, simplemente puedo enseñarte recursos y técnicas de EMDR que te ayuden a manejar y superar momentos de ansiedad. Mi objetivo es acompañarte con empatía, comprensión y herramientas prácticas mientras descubres tu propio camino hacia la sanación, el crecimiento y una vida con mayor bienestar.
My typical client has undergone childhood and adult trauma - including grief - that has molded/shaped their view of the world and themself. My clients are trying to think and act differently; they notice that they may be self-destructive or are in a situation where they feel stuck and they need someone that's going to make them accountable to doing the work to get better, be it homework, coping skills or just showing up for counseling.
I primarily use this treatment method, where the client is taught how to use coping skills in order to erase or remove negative thoughts and replace them with positive thinking.
I try to provide couples an opportunity to voice their needs to their significant other in a way that promotes change and growth. We begin with rules and guidelines that are adhered to in the counseling session and at home; this way, everyone - including me - is on the same page.
I can provide an environment where the client is able to voice their struggle and also learn how to counteract their PTSD triggers with coping skills.
I have a Masters in Divinity and can incorporate protestant teachings and guidance into a session for those that feel they are in a relationship with God and would like to include this in what they present.