Dr. Viva has substance abuse with/without medication assistance, anti-violence, acute care treatment, crisis stabilization experience, and clinical support expanding school-aged children to the geriatric population. Therapeutic approaches are CBT, Harm Reduction, and Motivational Interviewing. NJ, national, and USDOT clinical credentials which are LCSW, LCADC, CCS, ACS, MAC, and SAP. Dr. Viva is licensed in NJ with 21 years of professional work experience in the areas of mental health, education, and substance abuse. Her experience encompasses helping clients with a variety of concerns such as stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, abuse, grief, depression, and loss. Dr. Viva is here to support, empower, and facilitate your change process on this wellness journey. Please check out Balm In Gilead Community Services, Inc. website at balmingileadcs.com for additional resources.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During the first session, we will explore your presenting issues and solutions to resolve those issues. Again, you are the expert and I am the professional; therefore, my role is to support you in your healing journey.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
The characteristics that make me unique is I follow your lead because I believe you know what you want but need help with getting it. Also, it is a “WE” instead of you and me. However, here are words from a client: “Dr. White is professional, while also being down to earth. She made me feel comfortable, seen and heard. She asked relevant questions and helped me realize things about myself that I hadn't thought about. When I started therapy with Dr. White, I was anxious and stressed. While I still have work to do on myself, I'm now in a better frame of mind, and feel much better about the direction my life is going.”