LCSW, 5 years of experience
New to Grow
Hi, I’m Evelyn Ochoa, a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker. With 5 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with people of all ages, helping them through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and more. I’m here to help you recognize your strengths, build healthy coping skills, manage your emotions, process past trauma, and break generational cycles so that you can reach your full potential. I’m a first-time mom who loves nature, coffee, and spending quality time with my family. As both a mother and a mental health professional, I recognize the need for better mental health support for parents, especially mothers. One of my professional goals this year is to earn my Perinatal Mental Health certification so I can offer even better care for parents navigating mental health challenges.
In our first session, we’ll take some time to get to know each other and discuss your goals for therapy. We’ll also go over an intake form, which includes some questions to better understand your needs. I know that starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially the first time, but my goal is to create a comfortable space for you. Together, we’ll work on a treatment plan that aligns with your goals. I look forward to working with you!
I am warm, empathetic, and compassionate. My approach is to support and guide you through your healing journey in a way that feels safe and empowering. I am here to help you recognize your strengths and I truly believe in your ability to grow!
I work best with individuals who want to make positive changes in their lives. I understand that the process can be tough, and as your therapist, I’m here to support, encourage, and motivate you every step of the way. I have a deep passion for helping others break generational cycles, especially as a first-generation Latina. I find it incredibly rewarding to help people become the best version of themselves.
I use CBT to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to their emotional distress. Together, we work on developing strategies to reframe thoughts, build healthier coping mechanisms, and make meaningful changes in daily life. By focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, I empower clients to gain greater self-awareness and take active steps toward achieving their goals.
I use psychodynamic therapy to help clients uncover how their past experiences from childhood shape their current emotions, relationships, and behavior. By exploring these deeper connections, clients gain insight into unconscious influences and develop a clearer understanding of themselves. This process provides an opportunity for healing unresolved wounds and creating healthier coping strategies in order for individuals to reach their full potential. Doing so helps create awareness in breaking generational cycles which I am passionate about as a therapist.
I incorporate Solution-Focused Therapy by helping clients move from focusing on problems to finding solutions. I work with them to recognize their strengths, resources, and abilities, helping them believe in their power to make positive changes and overcome challenges.