Hello, I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. As someone diagnosed with a chronic illness at a young age, I understand how challenging it is to cope with uncertainty in life. I am passionate about helping others who feel overwhelmed by the many challenges that life unexpectedly throws at them. I work with individuals experiencing difficulties with anxiety, chronic illness, depression, self-esteem, stress management, life transitions and other issues as well. I also enjoy working with teenagers to navigate their way through school to overcome academic, emotional, and social challenges.

As a licensed associate professional counselor, I believe in using compassion, empathy, and mindfulness to help my clients build on their strengths to cope with challenges in life. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other creative interventions in my counseling approach. I also aim to incorporate my client’s culture and values into therapy, as I believe each client is an expert in their own life. I completed a Master of Science graduate degree in Health Psychology from University College London, focusing on understanding health behaviors and using a holistic model to help clients reach their full potential. After relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, I completed a Master’s degree in clinical Rehabilitation Counseling.

Additionally, I worked as a therapist at Coach & Counsel and as an intern and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency. I gained valuable experience in guiding adolescents and adults through challenges such as coping with a chronic illness or disability, career exploration, advocating for equal opportunities in college and employment, and finding purpose in life while overcoming emotional, physical, and social barriers. This experience has enabled me to help her clients gain relief from social anxiety, depression, and stress.

I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience working in school settings. I specialize in supporting adolescents, teens, and young adults through life’s challenges, drawing on my background growing up in Dominican culture in New York City. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, I value creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

In my practice, I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and expressive arts therapy to help clients explore new ways of coping and growing. My approach is rooted in compassion, empathy, and mindfulness. I believe in empowering clients to build on their strengths so they can make the changes they need to live the life they truly desire.

With time we can develop a therapeutic relationship that is based on trust. I strive to provide an understanding and supportive environment where you feel comfortable and secure. I offer an eclectic style of therapy, where I pull from many theories and treatment styles in order to make your experience unique and well suited to your needs.

I have 28 years of experience with 2 degrees in Psychology, and have worked as a Supervised Psychologist. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide services with an open and empathetic mind. I work with teens and adults. Therapy is a partnership between a client and therapist. Together we can find the most beneficial path for your recovery.

I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, stress, career changes, mood disorders, religious trauma, and gender dysphoria. I help those who are LGBTQIA++ and straight. I work with Teens who are having issues with emotions, behaviors, and/or grades. I am accepting clients via telemental health. I take some insurances.