I embrace the concept that every individual is unique and in search of answers to help them better align with their purpose, joy, and self-love, while on this journey we call LIFE. Every person has their own story and experiences that have shaped and molded their worldview, behaviors, and thoughts. Life is about evolving, growing, and adapting to the challenges life is guaranteed to bring. I am here to actively listen, provide authentic feedback, and engage in conversations to help you reflect and gain some introspection. You are the creator of your path, and I am here to walk with you on this part of your journey. Dr. Cindy Ruelas-Tafolla is an advanced practitioner with a Doctorate from the University of Southern California. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Case Manager, and Certified Wellness Coach in the States of Texas, Colorado, Wyoming, Nevada, New Mexico and Florida. Specializations: Anxiety, depression, trauma, complex post-traumatic disorder, grief issues, mood disorders, pandemic-related disorders, and social/political climate adjustments.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I embrace the concept that every individual is unique and in search of answers to help them better align with their purpose, joy, and self-love, while on this journey we call LIFE. I use a Solution-Focused approach in sessions. DISCOVERY-We work together to help you identify the origins and reasons for your triggers ACTION-We work together to help you learn strategies and actions to help change your thoughts and behaviors RESOLUTION-We work together to help you develop skills and tools to change your thoughts and behaviors to help you achieve a better version of yourself ***You are the creator of your path, and I am here to walk with you on this part of your journey***
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
As a psychotherapist and Life & Wellness Coach, I utilize an integrative approach in sessions. I utilize evidenced-based practices of CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Trauma-Focused, and Somatic based therapy modalities to help you build your toolbox.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
“No one escapes pain, fear, and suffering. Yet from pain can come wisdom, from fear can come courage, from suffering can come strength – if we have the virtue of resilience.” Specializations: Anxiety, depression, trauma, complex post-traumatic disorder, grief issues, mood disorders, pandemic-related disorders, and social/political climate adjustments.