I am a bilingual (Spanish)/bi-cultural (Central American) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in the State of California, with 7 years of clinical experience. I have treated children, at-risk adolescents, adults and families in various settings, such as: in-home, school-based (k-12), telehealth, pediatric clinic and private practice. My therapeutic experiences are working with individuals to resolve symptoms including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, divorce, interpersonal relationships, grief, self-esteem, trauma, and family conflicts such as domestic violence.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My overall objective within the therapeutic process is to help individuals feel supported. As well as, working together to develop a treatment plan with obtainable goals that result in a healthy and fulfilling life.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My approach to therapy is flexible and based on a client's individual needs. As a therapist, I provide a safe environment with reflective listening and use various therapeutic modalities to help bring clarity and insight. My primary orientation is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which emphasizes on recognizing how thoughts impact behaviors and changing negative thoughts to positive thoughts to promote better outcomes. I also utilize psychodynamic therapy to resolve current concerns, while focusing attention on their origin. Another orientation I use is solution focused therapy to learn what can be done differently by using existing skills, strategies and ideas – rather than focusing on the problem.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a passion for helping, inspiring and empowering others to identify their strengths and capabilities. I believe therapeutic support can often help individuals find the resiliency they need to get through life experiences, and I would be honored to collaborate with you on your path to growth and healing. I believe I have a natural ability to relate and connect with others, as I have experienced various trials and tribulations.