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Just as the body naturally moves toward physical health, the brain's natural tendency is to move toward mental health. But sometimes the brain can be blocked from its natural tendency due to disturbing life experiences. When this block occurs, we can experience ongoing symptoms and emotional distress. Disturbing life experiences can affect our ability to optimally function in the present. Memories, feelings, and beliefs that are associated with difficult events can cloud our perceptions and responses to people and situations in the current circumstances of our lives.

DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR LIFE IS SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL? Have you encountered a recent divorce, job loss, chronic health issues that have thrown you out of balance? Are you struggling with issues such as overeating, alcohol or drug use, panic attacks, depression,or anxiety? I can help you get unstuck and feel in control again. In the context of a solid therapeutic relationship, you can learn to tolerate and regulate strong emotions, increase self-compassion, relieve shame and fear, enhance self-confidence, become personally empowered and let go of your old trauma.

You're the only one who can change you, but I can help sharpen your awareness of how you stop yourself from growing. We are in search of your blind spots; I have the sharp eye to notice things you haven't--your voice, choice of words, how you hold yourself, or the effect of your words on others. Together we will experiment in session with new behaviors and awareness. The results will likely surprise us both. You have within you already the strength and peace you seek; you just need help understanding how you stop yourself from accessing it.

I believe that clients can achieve motivation and personal growth as a result of our work together, while feeling at ease and having an occasional laugh along the way. We all encounter numerous life transitions and challenges, some wonderful and welcome, others less so. These transitions can sometimes produce stress and anxiety, causing emotional turmoil. I assist clients by utilizing a positive, practical approach that promotes heightened self-awareness and the realization of greater personal fulfillment. We develop a path which meaningfully improves one's outlook and sense of well-being. A quality connecton between the client and counselor contributes to increased optimism and success.

My specialties are working with adults, 20y/o and older, coping with chronic illness, depression, bipolar, life transitions and difficult situations, which they, a friend/partner, or a family member are experiencing. Additionally, my skills lie in helping people cope with school and work issues, retirement, and aging. My goal is to help you cope, understand, respond and move forward.

It is written, "Hope is an anchor for the soul, firm and secure." A popular image of an anchor symbolizes safety and stability. Many people - maybe even you - face terrible storms in their lives: addiction, abuse, fear, loss of relationships, joblessness, loneliness and more. In response to life's storms, people turn to compulsive sexual behavior, anger, substance abuse and food to soothe themselves. These "medications" not only do not work, but create chaos in our lives. Other ways of dealing with turmoil include lying, isolation and feelings of shame, guilt and worthlessness. I offer a refuge to chart a new course.

The work I offer is most effective for people who have already spent time working on themselves in therapy, spiritual practice, or by other means. My main treatment focus is developmental trauma, which means the harm caused in relationships growing up. As adults that can look like high functioning depression, anxiety, creative blocks, numbness/dissociation, lack of progress, and other expressions. I provide mindfulness based somatic therapy in an compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental environment using a wide array of methods. Together we will uncover the healing your body is striving to access.

My private practice is strength-based and focused extensively on neuropsychological testing and intervention. I approach my work by focusing on 'islands of competence' to improve self-esteem around learning, work and performance . I work with children, adolescents and adults who have multiple or tough-to-diagnose issues. In other words, I specialize in complex cases. My focus is on "intervention plans" that are personalized for your needs, comprehensive and effective. You will not only find out what things you need help with, but your strengths will be recognized as well. Please visit our website at www.CNLD.org.

I believe therapy is a space where you can unload things that you are struggling to carry alone, develop clear insight, build greater self-compassion, and address barriers that keep you from achieving your goals. The first step in doing any one of these things is building a strong relationship with your therapist. I strive to make this possible by providing an open, judgement-free, and warm space where you can share who you are and what you are struggling to manage. I regularly work with folx age 14 and up on finding ways to manage their anxious or depressive thinking, and alleviate their stress.

I provide a safe space for recovery from Eating Disorders, Trauma, Anxiety & Depression and realize these issues are more prevalent than ever. Many of us didn't get the guidance or safety we needed to build the kind of awareness or skill-set needed to calm ourselves or even recognize the emotions that we all have. My focus is to help my clients feel safe, so they can explore and name their emotions, needs and what type of skills might help them to soothe through whatever difficulties come their way. My hope is that you will feel you have more space for what you want in your life and less of the racing thoughts, discomfort and pain.

* I am only counseling via telehealth currently and not able to offer evaluations to test for ADHD. I have a doctorate in clinical psychology and a master's in social work. I attained my degrees from the UC Berkeley, Fordham University, and Saybrook University. I have experience providing treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of interest include: mood and anxiety disorders, behavior management, divorce, adjustment, and relationship issues. I strive to provide exceptional services by adopting a practical approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral and other therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each client.

I am passionate about helping people grow and change. I have received training from some of the nation's foremost experts in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though experience has taught me the importance of integrating other treatment models as well. I enjoy doing therapy and have a wealth of experience treating a variety of presenting problems. I particularly enjoy working with veterans, athletes and men's issues. Feel free to reach out to me. If for some reason I am unable to see you personally, I can likely direct you to a colleague who will be the right fit.

I have a passion for working with adolescents and their parents. I know this time in life can be a challenging time for both youth and their parents. I would like to provide support during this challenging time.

Are you struggling to stop thoughts and events from replaying in your head? Unable to feel happy? Feel guilty? These parts of us can make us feel lost and feel we have no one to turn to. We may put pressure on ourselves to keep moving forward, please others, or attempt to control things around us. However, deep down we are struggling to survive day to day, feel anxious, or possibly empty. You are not alone. Change is possible. Let me help you take back control over your life and empower yourself to live the life of your dreams.

Dr. Alcaine provides psychotherapy and neuropsychological testing. Therapy is provided for individual adults as well as children/adolescents and their families. When working with adults in therapy, Dr. Alcaine adopts an eclectic approach that incorporates techniques to deal with current challenges as well as increase understanding of how problematic patterns have developed. With children and teenagers, she is a therapist who emphasizes work with families as well, out of her belief that children and teens can blossom best with the help of strong and loving families.

Most of us grapple with who we are and what we want from our lives. Struggles with identity can cause or exacerbate problems with mood and anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, concerns related to work or school, and can bring up reminders of painful parts of our history. It is my goal to support people to learn about and feel confident in themselves! In particular, I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ folx and those struggling with parenting/ transition to parenthood. It is vital to have a space to explore and process who we are and what we want from life, and that's what I hope to provide for everyone I see.

Are you looking to reduce stress and anxiety, build your self-confidence, and feel excited about your future? Are you unsure of how to calm the stampede of thoughts running through your head or want help navigating life changes and transitions? Do you desire increased happiness and connection in your life? Don't let anxiety, fear, or underlying feelings of not being good enough to hold you back from what you want most in life. You deserve to experience all the great things life has to offer and I'd love to help get you there. Call me today to take your life back and start getting back on track!

I focus on the treatment of trauma using a mind-body and mindfulness framework and work from the understanding that our life experiences are stored in the body. It’s important to pay attention not only to our thoughts and emotions, but also to the clues our body gives us. My goal is to help clients create their own sense of safety, enhance relationship to self, and to move towards a space of presence and increased well-being. I also offer consultation to clinicians hoping to deepen their understanding of parts work using a trauma-informed perspective.