Welcome! I'm Javiola Castillo, a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate trauma, substance use, depression, and anxiety. My approach is relaxed and compassionate, focusing on your personal growth and well-being. Together, we'll create a safe, judgment-free space where you'll feel valued and understood. Let's discover your inner strengths and build your self-worth!
Clients can expect the initial intake session to be formatted as a information gathering, where we explore family history, mental health history, relationships, strengths, and goals for therapy. During the initial session, I will also go over policies, procedures, and expectations.
My greatest strengths as a provider are deeply rooted in my commitment to creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients. I believe in establishing a judgment-free zone where clients feel accepted, valued, respected, and genuinely cared for. This atmosphere of trust and respect is fundamental to fostering effective therapeutic relationships. Additionally, I am passionate about helping my clients discover and harness their internal strengths. I work diligently to support them in developing a strong sense of self and improved self-worth, grounded in their unique values. My affinity for helping others drives me to be fully present and engaged in each session, ensuring that my clients always feel heard and understood. By providing a supportive and empathetic space, I empower my clients to explore their challenges and achieve personal growth.
This approach allows me to assess the unique problems, and situation of each client. Having this flexibility ensures that I am able to tailor my approach to my clients and contributes to a more personalized experience.