Belen Anchondo

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I believe our thoughts influence behavior and emotions, so I focus on ways to adjust our way of thinking and gain a new perspective. This is done with CBT by identifying unhealthy thought patterns, challenging them, and forming new beliefs that are less harmful. Sometimes we may not even realize how our beliefs can affect our mood and even our behavior. CBT is an approach that can help gain a better understanding of ourselves.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

I often hear people say they feel out of touch with themselves, or like they don't know who they truly are. I use IFS to help identify and come to terms with different parts of ourselves, and find a better way to function while connecting with the most authentic version of themselves. I find that the more connected someone is to their identity, the less distress there usually is.

Trauma Informed Care

Trauma is something that is felt differently by everyone, so I make it a priority to be compassionate and careful when helping people who are trying to process their trauma. There are different ways to do this, the main method I use is narrative therapy, which means having clients write their story in different ways that will help them decrease intensity of triggers and dissociation. This approach gives the client coping skills to help learn how to navigate intense emotions associated with trauma, which in turn can help improve daily functioning and interpersonal relationships.