Cinthya Pages
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and U.S. Navy veteran who provides culturally responsive therapy to adolescents ages 14 and older and adults. I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as your whole self and feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients can be honest about what they are experiencing while developing practical tools to help them move forward. I work with clients experiencing depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, relationship and family challenges, low self-esteem, difficulty with emotional regulation, and periods of feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about what comes next. With adolescents, I enjoy helping young people navigate identity development, self-esteem, peer and family relationships, school stress, emotional regulation, and the challenges that come with transitioning into adulthood. Cultural competence is an important part of my work. I have a particular passion for working with clients of color and recognize that culture, family expectations, identity, community, and lived experiences can influence how we understand ourselves and how we experience the world. I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where these experiences can be openly explored and respected rather than overlooked. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, practical, and direct. I don’t believe therapy has to feel overly clinical or disconnected from your everyday life. We will work together to identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, recognize your strengths, develop healthier ways of coping, and create realistic changes that support the life you want to build. Whether you are an adolescent figuring out who you are or an adult navigating a new chapter, therapy can be a place to grow, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with greater confidence.
First session
After our first session, I hope you leave feeling heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, so my goal is to create a space where you feel welcomed rather than judged and confident that you do not have to navigate everything alone. I also want you to leave with a sense of direction. We will begin identifying what brought you to therapy, what you would like to change, and what you hope your life can look like as you make progress. You may not have all the answers after one session, and that is okay. Most importantly, I hope you leave feeling hopeful—knowing that change is possible, that your goals matter, and that you have a therapist who will support you, challenge you when necessary, celebrate your progress, and work alongside you as you move toward the life you want.
Strengths
My approach is warm, compassionate, and supportive, but I also believe meaningful change requires honesty and accountability. I will hold space for you when you need to process difficult emotions, while also reflecting the truth of what I am hearing and gently challenging you when needed. I believe therapy works best when we can openly explore not only what is happening to you, but also the patterns, choices, and behaviors that may be keeping you from reaching your goals. If you tell me you want something to change, we will look together at whether your current actions are moving you toward that goal or away from it. My life experiences have taught me the importance of resilience, self-reflection, and continuing to move forward even when life does not go according to plan. I bring that perspective into the therapy room. You can expect compassion without judgment, but also a therapist who will encourage you to take an active role in your own growth. My goal is not to tell you what to do, but to help you become more aware of your patterns, recognize your strengths, and make choices that are more aligned with the life you want to create.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adolescent age 14+ or adult who may be struggling with depression, grief, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, relationship or family challenges, or a major life transition. I especially enjoy working with clients of color who want a therapist who understands that culture, identity, family expectations, and lived experiences can influence how we navigate the world. I work best with clients who are open to self-reflection and willing to take an active role in therapy. You do not have to have everything figured out or know exactly what you want to change. We can figure that out together. What matters most is a willingness to show up, be honest, and gradually try new ways of thinking, coping, and responding. I particularly enjoy working with clients who want more than a space to vent. While there will always be room to process emotions and feel supported, I also want to help you recognize patterns, build practical skills, and examine whether your choices and behaviors align with the goals you have for yourself. Therapy with me is about understanding where you are, identifying where you want to go, and working together to help you get there.
Treatment methods
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
I recognize that mental health does not exist separately from culture, identity, family, community, and lived experience. I create space for clients to explore how cultural values, family expectations, race and ethnicity, generational experiences, and experiences within larger systems may influence how they see themselves and navigate the world. Rather than making assumptions about what your identity means to you, I remain curious and allow you to define your own experiences while incorporating them into our work together.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify unhelpful thought patterns, core beliefs, and behaviors that may contribute to feeling stuck or experiencing ongoing emotional distress. I help clients challenge these patterns, consider healthier perspectives, and practice practical strategies that can improve how they respond to difficult situations in everyday life.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I incorporate DBT skills to help clients better understand and manage intense emotions, tolerate distress, improve relationships, and respond to difficult situations more effectively. Depending on your needs, we may practice mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, boundary setting, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can be used outside of therapy.
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing to help clients explore their own reasons for wanting change, especially when they feel stuck, uncertain, or conflicted about what to do next. Rather than telling you what you should do, I help you identify what matters most to you, recognize barriers to change, and strengthen your confidence and motivation to move forward. We may also explore whether your current choices and behaviors align with the goals and values you have identified for yourself.
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- CaliforniaLicense 130861
- New YorkLicense 101289