New to Grow
I am Esther Carrera, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I consider myself a Trauma-informed Therapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field and six years working directly as a therapist. I have worked across a wide range of settings, including high schools, an ABA center for children, the public sector, and private practice, which has given me a broad and grounded perspective on human behavior and change. I collaborate with clients to build confidence and teach evidence-based skills to effectively manage clinical symptoms and work toward identified treatment goals.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing to come up with your personalized clinical goals.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My strength-based approach helps clients identify and leverage their natural talents to resolve personal barriers and navigate both unique challenges and everyday struggles. While grief work is not for every therapist, it is an area in which I am deeply experienced and comfortable. I am well equipped to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders, including PTSD.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am drawn to working with clients who seek to develop new skills while preserving their individual identity across relational, emotional, and personal domains. I value wholeness and believe that integrating various aspects of one’s life can significantly enhance overall well-being.
Eclectic
As an eclectic therapist, I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)—to tailor our work to your individual goals and needs. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore, grow, and heal. My hope is to empower you with tools and understanding that nurture resilience, balance, and more meaningful connections with yourself and others.