(she/her)
New to Grow
Hi, I am Miriam, a Latina Licensed Therapist with over a decade of experience working with adults as they navigate some of life's most difficult moments. I know first hand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, and I strive to offer a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly understood. My approach is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I believe healing happens through a trusting relationship, where you are met with empathy and respect. Together, we will move at a pace that feels right for you, creating room for reflection, insight, and gentle growth.
In our first sessions, you will be met with compassion and safety. We will explore your reasons for seeking therapy, clarify your goals and collectively review a plan supporting your goals. We will move at a speed that feels most comfortable to you.
My goal is to create a safe space for you to comfortably speak your truth and with time, completely feel like yourself without having to worry about any judgement. With me, therapy is a collaborative approach to develop appropriate coping skills, strengthen self and work towards creating meaningful positive change.
I work with adults and older adults who are navigating feelings of anxiety or depression, others who are facing major life transitions, as well as with others experiencing the emotional challenges that can come with chronic illness. While some folks might have more self awareness about their feelings, most of the adults I have worked with have simply felt 'stuck,' 'burnt out' or 'disconnected.' I combine evidenced based interventions to better serve the individuals I work with to help them create meaningful change and live more fulfilling lives.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a structured, skills-based approach to support clients in developing emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. My experience with DBT includes integrating its core components into individual therapy sessions, particularly when working with clients experiencing mood disorders, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, and difficulty managing intense emotions. My approach is both skills-focused and validation-centered. I prioritize creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel understood and accepted, while also encouraging meaningful behavioral change. I often help clients identify patterns of emotional dysregulation and guide them in applying DBT skills to real-life situations.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a structured, evidence-based approach to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My experience with CBT includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, stress-related concerns, and life transitions, where identifying and modifying maladaptive thought patterns is central to treatment. My approach is collaborative, goal-oriented, and skills-based. I work with clients to increase awareness of automatic negative thoughts and cognitive distortions, while supporting them in developing more balanced and adaptive ways of thinking. I also emphasize behavioral interventions to help clients translate insight into meaningful change.