Ayana Manzanares, Therapist at Grow Therapy

Ayana Manzanares

Ayana Manzanares

(she/her)

12 years of experience
Virtual

Greetings. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) in Maryland. I earned my master of social work from the University of Maryland, at Baltimore and have been practicing for 12 years.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

After brief introductions, we will explore your expectations of the therapeutic process. I will then share my philosophy of therapy. From there, we will discuss your values and strengths as well as your vision for your future. What is the life you want to live? Together, we will identify challenges that may be getting in the way of the life you envision. Next, we will develop a therapeutic plan with realistic goals that address identified challenges and lead to overall well-being. I look forward to taking these first steps with you.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have the ability to create safe spaces that are judgment free and attentive to the needs of the person with whom I am working. In this shared space, I work to untangle the noise of the world allowing the ability to elevate and focus on the issues for discussion. I bring a depth of knowledge and lived experience, which has allowed me to work with diverse individuals and families Wherever they may be located on their personal journeys, I am able support them through an array of life's challenging conditions. With this foundation of knowledge and experience, I am confident I will be able to meet you where you are and partner to elevate well-being and create the life you desire.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I am passionate about supporting individuals who are faced with challenges in any are of their lives, including home or the work place. I embrace the opportunity to provide support to people who are confronted with obstacles that are holding them back from realizing their full potential, experiencing fulfilling relationships and overall happiness. Whether you are an adult, parent, or child in need of guidance, I would be honored to be a part of your life journey.

About Ayana Manzanares

Identifies as

Black / African American

Serves ages

Children (6 to 12)Teenagers (13 to 17)

Accepts cash

$120/session

Address

10410 Kensington Parkway, Kensington, MD 20895, Suite 207

Appointments

Virtual & in-person