LMFT, 18 years of experience
Are you struggling with the symptoms post-partum, anxiety, feelings of abandonment, depression, low self-esteem, and challenges with parenting? With over 18 years of experience utilizing evidence-based therapies, I am confident in personalizing my approach to cater to your needs and facilitate your healing process. As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where clients can address any obstacles related to anxiety, depression, women's issues, or emotional exhaustion. My primary focus is to help clients establish healthy communication boundaries with themselves and others, which can significantly improve their quality of life. Additionally, I am experienced with the emotional, mental, and behavioral conditions that affect children, who need to be treated differently from adults due to cognitive levels and maturity. Because of this, I used various types of therapy techniques based on your child's age and unique situation. These therapies can help your child develop coping skills, improve social interactions, and better manage emotions. Depending on your child's age and needs, I may work directly with you (or guardians) to enhance parenting skills or effectively address your child's behaviors. By seeking counseling, you can work towards personal growth and development in any aspect of your life that you wish to improve. If you're ready to talk and start your journey towards a healthier you, I'm here to support you every step of the way. **Habla Español**
We will briefly introduce ourselves in our first session before delving into your unique challenges. This will enable me to create a personalized plan for our follow-up sessions.
Areas of Expertise * Culturally sensitive therapies • Trauma-Informed Therapies • Client Specific Therapies • Family Interventions • Self-Care Initiatives • Adolescent Treatment Programs • Children and Infants' Mental Health - Play Therapy • Sensory Integration Disorders
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, young adults, and pregnant and postpartum women.
EMDR is a therapy designed to help people recover from trauma and distressing experiences. It is effective for conditions like PTSD, phobias, anxiety, stress, abuse, grief, and addictions. Endorsed by major organizations like WHO and the American Psychiatric Association, EMDR uses bilateral stimulations (eye movements, sounds, or tapping) to aid the brain's healing process. Its goal is to promote healthier emotions, understanding, and behaviors by reducing distress linked to traumatic memories and negative self-beliefs. Before beginning EMDR therapy, I will teach you relaxation and self-regulation techniques to help you prepare for the session.