Life can be a journey of transitions and challenges. I recognize that the impact of change can be stressful on the mind and the body. As a bi-cultural therapist, I support individuals adjust to life transitions using culturally informed strength-based and mindful based approaches. I have experience providing trauma therapy to adults who have been affected by interpersonal violence and intergenerational trauma. I also recognize how chronic stress and trauma, as well as cultural factors, influence an individual’s sense of self. I collaborate with the individual to recognize their personal strengths, explore the roots of their thoughts and feelings associated with their presenting concerns, i.e. anxiety, depression, low self-worth, identity. I encourage therapy to be a space to practice self-awareness, increase strategies to improve emotional wellness, and overall learn how to embrace one’s self. I am comfortable providing therapy in English and Spanish.
Qualifications: | The University of Chicago-School of Social Service Administration |
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Academic Suffixes: | LCSW, ICDVP |
Expertise: | Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Family Conflict, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Stress, Teen Violence, Trauma and PTSD, Women |