Hi there, my name is Jiovanna. Do you feel as though you want a more fulfilling life, picturing all the ways that may look, but questioning how to get there? Are you struggling in day-to-day life, or lacking the clarity needed to overcome your current or past struggles? We can all benefit from learning tools to take us through life and all its struggles. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker specialized in treating adolescents and adults transitioning, adjusting, and coping with life changes and stressors. I am especially passionate about working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and trauma to help them find ways to create new paths and walk successfully through them. My approach is unique to each person I work with, as everyone has different needs. Whether our sessions are activity-based, learning-based, processing day-to-day struggles, or past issues, I will meet you where you are and we can begin your healing journey, together.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will begin learning about each other, and explore the therapeutic process as a whole before engaging in an evaluation where I can begin understanding your life experiences, current symptoms, and future goals.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
In my treatment, I utilize tools such as explanatory pictures, videos, and worksheets. I also incorporate monitoring tools to track progress, while introducing evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Psychoeducation. I believe that the person involved in therapy should take part in deciding what tools are utilized in treatment to better empower themselves.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I specialize in working with people who struggle with symptoms of depression to help them overcome their suicidal ideation, feelings of numbness, hopelessness, and lack of motivation, as well as addressing the poor habits created as a result of their depression. In that, we must look deeply into the root cause of the depression, and work to manage those symptoms while addressing the true problem. I also specialize in working with people with anxiety or anxious behaviors. I do so by addressing the cause of the anxiety while building tools to manage daily anxiety. I have also worked primarily with people who have experienced childhood trauma to work on understanding the trauma and addressing feelings related to the trauma, as well as ADHD and managing the symptoms and behaviors.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
If you are looking for a relaxed, friendly, safe, and comfortable environment in which you can openly share without judgment and seek guidance where needed, you've come to the right place.