Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 50 ratings

Saira Patino

LCSW, 5 years of experience

Frequently rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented
Virtual
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About me

Hey bestie!💛 I’m Saira Patino—your mental health cheerleader and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Since getting my MSW from Edinboro University in 2017, I’ve been helping mujeres like you handle life’s chaos with care, humor, and real talk. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, identity stuff, or just feeling stuck, you're not alone. I work with Latinas from all walks of life—college students, working moms, first-gen professionals—who are carrying a lot on their shoulders. And let’s be real, navigating life while dealing with mental health challenges and cultural expectations? That ish is hard. But I gotchu!

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session, we’ll take some time to get to know each other. Don’t stress if it’s your first time—I actually love working with therapy newbies because I get to set the bar pretty damn high! I’ll walk you through how therapy works, go over expectations and policies, and start exploring what’s bringing you in. No pressure to spill it all at once—we’ll go at your pace, and I’ll make sure you feel supported every step of the way.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I’ve been in the mental health game since 2010 and shifted into clinical therapy in 2019, stacking up over 3,200 hours of supervised training along the way—so yes, I know my stuff. But don’t expect a stiff, clipboard-holding therapist who acts like they’ve got it all figured out. That’s not my vibe. I’m casual, real, and I like to keep it light when I can. Talking to me is more like chatting with your homegirl—someone who truly listens, keeps it 100, and makes space for both deep convos and a few laughs. I’m all about creating a chill, judgment-free zone where you can show up exactly as you are.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

My ideal client is a someone who is navigating life transitions, cultural expectations, and the weight of mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, burnout, or feeling lost. You might be in your early 20s trying to figure out adulthood without much guidance, a 30-something year-old balancing work, family, and everyone else's needs before your own, or in your 40s realizing it’s finally time to put yourself first for once. You may be first-gen, carrying the pressure to “make it,” while also battling the guilt of outgrowing your roots. Deep down, you want peace—less overthinking, more confidence, more joy—and want to feel like you're not just surviving, but finally thriving. What you really crave is a space where you can be your full self—messy, Spanglish-speaking, emotional, funny, and real—without judgment. I specialize in supporting Latinos who are tired of pretending to have it all together. As a bilingual (okay, rancho-Spanish bilingual, lol) Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I create a space that feels like talking to your comadre—but with professional tools to actually help you heal. My therapy style is warm, honest, sometimes a little sweary, and always centered on you. I blend a holistic, personalized approach with practical strategies to help you understand your thoughts, unlearn harmful patterns, and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. We’ll laugh, maybe cry, but most importantly—grow. If you’ve ever felt like no one gets what it’s like to live between cultures or carry the emotional weight you do, I want you to know: I see you. You don’t have to do this alone. Healing doesn’t mean changing who you are—it means coming home to yourself. Reach out whenever you're ready. I’m here when you are, and I gotchu.

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My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people break free from those constant, looping thoughts and get a handle on anxiety and depression. With CBT, we’ll dig into how your thoughts, feelings, and actions all feed into each other—and how a few small shifts can make a big difference. The goal? Helping you feel calmer, more balanced, and more you again. 💭✨

Compassion Focused

In my experience, therapy works best when it’s grounded in compassion. 💛 Feeling truly seen, heard, and safe can make such a huge difference in easing anxiety and opening the door for real growth. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported enough to explore what’s really going on inside—and from there, start making meaningful, lasting changes. 🌿

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

Solution-Focused Therapy is all about looking at what’s working and building on it. 💪 Instead of getting stuck in the past, we focus on the here and now—and the future you want to create. Together, we’ll set clear, doable goals and find the steps to get you there. It’s about tapping into your strengths, building confidence, and realizing you already have what it takes to make lasting change. 🌱

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 50 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

May 12, 2025

Saira is such a wonderful therapist and exactly what I needed. What makes her so different from other therapists I have gone to is that she is so down to earth. It’s like talking to a wise older sister who also happens to be a really good therapist. She doesn't just listen and ask ''how does that make you feel'' - she digs deeper and helps me see things in a different light. She gives me the tools to work through things on my own. She is everything you would want from a therapist and more.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 20 with Saira

April 14, 2025

Sweetest person ever and very welcoming. Looking forward to our next session.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Saira