LMFT, 1 years of experience
I approach therapy with the belief that healing and growth are always possible. Change is a natural part of life, and I view counseling as a supportive space where individuals and couples can explore challenges, strengthen resilience, and move toward greater well-being. My work is grounded in compassion, empathy, and respect, creating a safe environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood. I was born in Cuba and moved to the United States with my family at a young age. Growing up in Central Florida, I became deeply curious about people, relationships, and the ways we navigate life’s struggles. That early curiosity developed into a calling to support others through their own journeys of healing and growth. Today, I work with both individuals and couples, helping them process trauma, improve communication, manage anxiety, and cultivate stronger, healthier connections. Fluent in English, Spanish, (and Spanglish), I enjoy providing therapy in whichever language feels most comfortable for my clients. My cultural background and bilingual skills allow me to offer a more inclusive and culturally sensitive counseling experience, something I believe is essential in building trust and fostering healing. In my practice, I integrate evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Gottman Method, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs. I also bring a person-centered philosophy, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and collaboration as core elements of the therapeutic process. Outside of my professional life, I value balance and joy. I enjoy barbell strength training, which reminds me of the importance of persistence and self-care. I also love singing with my husband and spending meaningful time with family and friends. These personal joys keep me grounded and inspire the work I do with clients every day.
Therapy typically begins with 1-3 sessions dedicated to understanding your history and establishing clear goals. We then spend the next 3-4 sessions developing coping mechanisms to manage your current stressors. The final phase of therapy delves deeper to address the root causes of the issues that brought you here. The specific length of treatment varies greatly from person to person. Therapy is a deeply personal, unique, and vulnerable experience. The therapeutic relationship is different from any other relationship in your life because its purpose is to offer safety, understanding, unconditional positive regard, clinical interventions when deemed appropriate, and support for any problem that you bring into the counseling room.
My mission is to empower individuals with the strength of mind and spirit to face life’s challenges with personal bravery, fostering resilience and emotional well-being through compassionate, evidence-based care.
I am best positioned to serve individuals and couples who are navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or the aftermath of trauma. I work well with clients who are motivated to understand themselves and their patterns, open to personal growth, and seeking practical tools to manage emotions, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s goals, whether that involves healing from past experiences, enhancing emotional resilience, or building more fulfilling connections with themselves and others.
I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based trauma treatment that helps clients process distressing memories through bilateral stimulation. In practice, I use EMDR within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework, ensuring clients develop coping and grounding skills before reprocessing. This approach reduces emotional distress, fosters new insights, and supports healthier beliefs.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps clients identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In practice, I integrate CBT within a client-centered framework, teaching practical skills to manage distress, challenge negative thinking, and support lasting change.
I use the Gottman Method, an evidence-based approach to couples therapy that emphasizes strengthening friendship, improving communication, and managing conflict. In practice, I guide couples in building trust, deepening emotional connection, and developing practical tools to foster lasting relationship satisfaction.
I hold a deep respect for each individual’s unique background and beliefs, fostering a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment for all. For those who find their grounding framework and guidance in their faith/religion, I am open to integrating religious or spiritual practices into our sessions, tailoring my approach to meet your specific needs and preferences.
I practice culturally sensitive counseling, recognizing the impact of culture, identity, and lived experiences on mental health. I strive to create an inclusive and respectful space where clients feel seen and understood, integrating cultural awareness into treatment to support healing and growth.