LMHC, 9 years of experience
New to Grow
Hi, I'm Amneris Rosario – and I'm so glad you're here. For over 9 years, I've had the honor of walking alongside people during their most vulnerable moments. From hospital crisis units to refugee shelters, from corrections facilities to quiet therapy rooms, I've learned that healing isn't about having all the answers – it's about having someone who truly sees you and believes in your strength, even when you can't see it yourself. As a bilingual therapist (MS, LMHC, LPC, NCC), veteran, and founder of Time to Talk Mental Health, I bring more than credentials to our work together. I bring lived understanding of what it means to face hard things. I know what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're carrying the weight of the world. And I know, deeply, that you have everything you need inside you to heal – sometimes you just need the right person to help you find it. Here's what I believe: You don't need to be "fixed" because you're not broken. You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out – that's exactly why you reach out. And you definitely don't need to face any of this alone. My approach is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and real talk. Whether we're working through trauma, navigating transitions, or simply trying to feel like yourself again, I meet you exactly where you are – no judgment, no pressure, just genuine partnership in your healing journey. You deserve support. You deserve to feel heard. You deserve to heal. Let's talk. I'm here when you're ready.
Take a deep breath – our first time meeting isn't about me putting you under a microscope. Think of it more like sitting down with someone who genuinely wants to understand your story. We'll talk about what's happening in your life right now, what finally brought you to this moment of reaching out, and what you're hoping might be different. I'll ask some questions, not because I'm checking boxes, but because I truly want to know you – what matters to you, what's been weighing on you, what keeps you up at night. And here's what's equally important: this is your space to ask me anything. Want to know how I work? What therapy actually looks like? Whether I think we're a good fit? Ask away. Your comfort matters, and you deserve to feel confident about the person you're trusting with your story. My hope for you? That you leave our first session feeling just a little bit lighter. Like maybe, finally, someone really gets it. Like there's a path forward, even if we're just starting to see the first few steps. And here's my promise: you're in the driver's seat. You only share what you're ready to share. There's no pressure, no judgment, no timeline. Some people dive deep right away; others need time to build trust. Both are completely okay. We move at your pace, always. You've already taken the hardest step by being here. Let's take the next one together.
People tell me I have this way of making them feel safe enough to open up, even about the hard stuff. I'm direct, I'll be honest with you, but I say things with kindness and respect. I've worked in some really intense settings, so not much rattles me, and I know how to help you find your footing when emotions feel like too much. I use practical, evidence-based tools like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), which helps us identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns...like when your brain tells you "I'm not good enough" and we work together to challenge that with real evidence from your life. But I always center our work around YOU, your values, your goals, your life. Being bilingual and understanding different cultural backgrounds means I get how family expectations, identity, and culture all play into mental health. But here's what matters most: I genuinely believe you can heal and grow, even when you don't believe it yourself. I'll hold that hope for you until you're ready to hold it on your own.
Maybe you're carrying trauma that still shows up in your body, your relationships, your sleep. Maybe anxiety has become background noise you can't turn off, or depression has made even the smallest tasks feel impossible. Maybe you're going through something big – a loss, a breakup, a move, a life transition that's shaken everything you thought you knew about yourself. Or maybe it's quieter than that. Maybe you're just... stuck. Repeating patterns that don't serve you anymore. Going through the motions but not really living. Feeling disconnected from yourself and the people you love, like you're watching your own life from behind glass. Maybe you're exhausted from just surviving each day. And here's the one I hear most often: "I've spent so long taking care of everyone else that I don't even know who I am anymore." You've been the strong one, the reliable one, the one who holds it all together – and now you're running on empty, wondering if anyone even sees how much you're carrying. If any of this feels familiar, you're in the right place. If you're ready to do something different – to finally process what's been weighing on you, to learn tools that actually work, to put yourself first without guilt – we'll work well together. Here's what you can expect from me: I connect especially well with people who want a therapist who keeps it real. No therapeutic jargon. No cold professionalism. Just genuine, honest connection. I'll celebrate your wins with you – even the ones that feel small (they're not). I'll gently push you when you need it, because growth happens at the edge of comfort. And I'll always, always remind you that healing doesn't have to look perfect. Some days you'll make big breakthroughs. Other days just showing up is the victory. Both matter. Both count. You don't have to keep doing this alone. You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to be ready to try something different. And I'll be right there with you, every step of the way.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we explore patterns that may be causing stress or holding them back and find new ways to think and respond that feel more balanced and empowering. My goal is to make CBT feel practical and relatable, giving clients tools they can use in everyday life to manage challenges and build confidence. I have used CBT to support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. I often blend CBT with mindfulness and strengths-based approaches so sessions feel supportive, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. Above all, I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable, respected, and encouraged to grow at their own pace.