Hi, I’m Alina. I am a trauma therapist and second-generation Latina dedicated to creating safe, culturally affirming spaces for healing. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care. My style is client-centered and flexible—we work together at your pace, honoring your values and unique life experiences. I am
How often do you find yourself rehashing uncomfortable moments or regrets? It is so easy to lose yourself and get caught up in trying to meet everyone else’s expectations you can lose sight of your own. Life is full of successes but they can feel overshadowed by disappointments. You want to roll through the ups and downs – to give yours
I think counseling should be collaborative where we both use our experiences and knowledge to problem solve your issues that are bothering you.
I am here to empower you, help you realize your potential and achieve your goals using empathy, practicality, confidence, humor, relatability, real life experiences, energy, and honesty. I have worked wi
I approach therapy collaboratively and compassionately, starting from person-centered and relationship-focused techniques. I offer options for your sessions including art therapy, IFS, and CBT. I work in ways that are both supportive and challenging. My personality is direct and approachable. My intersecting identities inform my style.
Throughout our lives, we go through events that change us, often permanently. I consider therapy to be a sacred and compassionate space of exploration. It can be exhausting having to explain your story over and over again. Oftentimes we might feel unheard in our daily lives or get fixated on who we “should be” instead of exploring who w
Do you struggle with finding motivation and often find yourself procrastinating on your phone? Do you often feel like an imposter and lack confidence in your decisions? Do you often feel overwhelmed by your emotions because of all the things you need to do? You might be someone that has a hard time standing up for yourself and telling others how yo
I believe that every client's uniqueness calls for a treatment approach that best fits their needs. Hence treatment is a collaborative process to develop a shared understanding of the presenting problem and to work together on identified personal and professional goals. My work is inspired by the power of human resilience and belief in every in
My approach to helping is that clients have my full attention, in a non-judgmental environment. I try to be as authentic as possible, because I want to hear the real you, not what you think I want to hear. I want people to know that we all go through stuff that makes us who we are even though we might not like it, and that leaves us with two choice
I treat clients who struggle with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, eating problems, relationship concerns, and school and career difficulties. More generally, I work with clients who suffer from an inability to live life to its fullest and who want a more enriching life.
I help clients explore their experience of themselves in r
I will help you discover the joy of life and living in purpose.
For over 20 years, I have had the pleasure of working with diverse populations struggling with a wide range of mental health issues. I provide general, adjustment, grief, and trauma therapy in individual and group settings.
My approach is holistic, which means that I will work w
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