Licensed to practice in California and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions and 4 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
Hello, I’m Silvia. I am a bilingual-bicultural licensed psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s heaviest transitions, heal from emotional stress, and reclaim their inner peace. With years of clinical experience, my practice is rooted in empathy, deep validation, and evidence-based frameworks tailored to your unique journey. I specialize in providing a supportive, collaborative environment where you can process complex feelings, break free from self-doubt, empowering you to break old cycles, foster genuine emotional autonomy, and confidently move forward toward a life that is congruent with your values and with what's truly important to you.
In our first session, my main priority is to create a safe, warm, and completely judgment-free space where you can catch your breath and feel truly heard. We will take things at your own pace as we discuss what has been weighing on you and what you hope to achieve in therapy. You can expect a collaborative and collaborative conversation where you are the expert on your life, and I am here to gently guide you. By the end of our hour, you will leave with a clear understanding of how we will work together and, most importantly, a sense of relief and hope for the road ahead.
My practice stands out because of the balance I bring between authentic human warmth and a solid, thoughtful clinical framework. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, my approach stands out because I don't just listen to your words; I deeply understand the cultural nuances, family dynamics, and unique contexts that shape your world. I combine this warm, safe environment with evidence-based practices, ensuring our sessions feel less like a clinical interrogation and more like a collaborative partnership. I bring years of experience helping clients transition from survival mode to living a life deeply aligned with who they are, making therapy with me both emotionally grounding and highly effective.
My ideal clients are individuals navigating major life transitions, carrying the weight of chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, or unresolved complex feelings. They might find themselves stuck in cycles of self-doubt or operating in 'survival mode,' feeling disconnected from who they truly are. More than anything, my ideal client is someone who is ready to step into a space of deep, non-judgmental reflection and actively work toward change. Whether your goal is to set healthier boundaries, break old patterns, or process complex emotional wounds, you are looking for a therapy experience that balances genuine human warmth with clinical insight. You are ready to close past chapters and build a meaningful life anchored in autonomy, clarity, and true alignment with your values.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my practice, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a practical and collaborative tool tailored to your unique life. Together, we will look at how your thoughts, core beliefs, and daily actions impact how you feel emotionally and physically. I will help you identify old, automatic thought patterns that might be keeping you stuck in cycles of anxiety or self-doubt, and we will work on gently reframing them. My goal is to equip you with real, actionable strategies that you can easily use in your everyday life. This approach empowers you to break free from 'survival mode,' change the behaviors that no longer serve you, and actively build a more resilient, balanced mindset at your own pace.
Attachment-based
Attachment-based therapy is at the very heart of how I foster healing. Our earliest relationships shape the blueprint for how we navigate the world, manage stress, and connect with others today. In our sessions, I look at your current challenges through this lens, helping you understand how past patterns might be causing you to feel insecure, overwhelmed, or stuck in self-doubt. Together, we will work on rewriting that blueprint. By creating a deeply secure, compassionate, and consistent therapeutic bond, I provide a safe harbor where you can safely explore old wounds, heal relational patterns, and cultivate a secure sense of self. This approach allows you to step out of survival mode and build deeper, more authentic connections with yourself and the people in your life.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
In my practice, I integrate mindfulness-based techniques not as an abstract practice, but as a grounded, real-world tool for emotional regulation. When we are overwhelmed, our minds tend to get trapped in past regrets or future anxieties, keeping our nervous system stuck in a constant state of alarm. Through mindfulness, I will help you develop the ability to anchor yourself in the present moment with kindness and zero judgment. Together, we will practice simple yet powerful awareness and breathing techniques that allow you to observe your thoughts and physical sensations without becoming consumed by them. This approach creates a vital pause between your emotions and your reactions, helping you cultivate deep internal peace, self-compassion, and the clarity needed to handle life's stressors with a steady heart.