I have been involved with and supporting the LGBTIQQA community for over 2 decades now. I am an advocate and ally and believe people are more than just a label. I am a gender therapist, serving the transgender & gender fluid community exclusively. I can support you through the SRS process or any transition you desire to make in your life.

I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for you in session. Making changes or gaining a better understanding about your life can be challenging. I will provide support to you whether you are experiencing a crisis, going through a transition in life or are interested in learning more about yourself & relationships. Together we can work on achieving your therapy goals.

The Institute of Mindful Therapy Inc is a holistic mental health practice dedicated to supporting the entire person. To us that means mind, body and soul. We specialize and thrive on treating the entire spectrum of mental health and wellness issues.

It takes courage to start working with a new therapist. The very fact that you’re considering it probably means you’re getting ready to make some significant changes in your life. My approach to therapy focuses on understanding and accepting you as you are right now, and creating a safe space where you can figure out where you want to go from here. We’ll work together as you get ready to make the sometimes tough (and rewarding) changes that will give you a better life. We will also deal with any stresses you're experiencing due to the coronavirus, including the isolation of sheltering in place and uncertainties about the future.

I am a clinical psychologist who has 14 years of direct clinical experience working directly with individuals, couples and families who grapple with a variety of concerns relating to but not limited to interpersonal concerns, grief/bereavement, depression, anxiety, chronic worry, gender identity related issues/concerns, work related concerns, and change and transition.

I bring the best of both worlds-- over 20 years experience as a psychotherapist, expert in the areas of treating depression, addiction and trauma and a Success and Performance Coach skilled in the latest strategies and techniques for motivation and change. I am able to take what appears to be an obstacle and turn it into a means of building emotional muscle. Obstacles will happen but it is the meaning we give to events that makes all the difference. I have a background in performance art and currently utilize mindfulness as a tool to assist clients in their lives.

I am a psychotherapist who bases my success on your long-term good health. For 25 years I have been helping people just like you. I have been trained in several modes of doing therapy. I will personalize your care based on what will be the most effective in meeting your needs. My goal is to help you restore your relationships by turning your challenges into new possibilities.

I have over 30 years' experience as a clinician, published researcher and educator. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Health Psychology. I have developed programs including Stress Management, Insomnia control and Meditation for programs such as Kaiser Permanente. This diversity of experience, allows me to help people understand their thinking processes, identify patterns of behavior and make sustainable changes. I strive to empower people to change both their behaviors and beliefs to allow them to achieve overall well-being and happiness. My philosophy stresses personal insight and responsibility, - integrating the physical, intellectual and spiritual.

Thank you for considering me to assist in your journey towards a better sense of well being! I am a product of a wonderful, and multi ethnic, as well as multi cultural background from Trinidad and Tobago. I have had the privilege of assisting a broad variety of people, all with unique stories, from all walks of life. Among those for whom I've cared, are individuals who bore the diagnosis and stigma of mental illness, including those suffering from the agonizing long term symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; chronic addictions; mood disturbances; and acute and chronic psychosis.

Every so often life will throw challenges your way, whether it is due to relationship issues, workplace challenges, job loss, or other life stressors. I am here to help. We will work together to face these hardships. In this partnership I will help to guide you in a direction that will help you feel more fulfilled and assist you in overcoming any personal struggles that you may be experiencing. During our sessions I will provide you with a safe, empathetic, and non judgmental environment where you can feel safe to address and overcome any personal struggles and hardships that you may be experiencing.

I work with children, adolescents, and families. My orientation is predominately psychodynamic. However, I tailor my approach to the individual needs of the client. In my work with children, I take a child-centered approach, using modalities such as play or talk therapy to help the child express his or her feelings and experiences that are often difficult to put into words.

Open yourself to refreshing new beginning, opportunities, ideas and insights. I will help and encourage you to resolve issues, help communicate your needs to others in a non judgmental space. I have had success working with adults, adolescents and families who have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief/loss, post-traumatic stress disorder and many other issues. Originally from Brazil, I am fluent in Spanish, English and Portuguese, I have had particular success treating patients who have suffered difficulties with acculturation issues and the negative or painful impact of these issues on their lives as well.

Clients say they trust me and feel comfortable being open in session to talk about their personal issues. I specialize in helping families resolve conflict and also work with learning disabilities.

I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist treating a wide range of clinical problems including: depression, marital problems, anxiety, individual psychological problems, and child-parent problems. My approach to therapy is a hybrid of several modalities using evidence based practices. I employ whatever techniques I believe are in the best interest of helping clients' move towards the goals set. Studies also show that clients are highly satisfied with services of Marriage and Family Therapists. My goal as your therapist is for clients to show a marked improvement in work productivity, family relationships, partner relationships, emotional health, overall health, social life, and community involvement.

To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Breakups. Sickness. Depression. Euphoria. Trauma. Sex. Death. Whether child or adult, able-bodied or disabled, there are these defining moments and experiences in our lives that deal out an irrecoverable loss--a permanent change. Such experiences may lead one to adopt unhealthy behaviors, thoughts, coping skills and/or relationships. Your ultimate endeavor is to function at your most optimal level wherever you are: in school, at work, in relationships, or when alone.

Suddenly the rules no longer apply. Everything you've worked so hard for is no longer a given. You have so many questions. “Is this the new normal?” “What can I do to get through this?” Whether it’s a new medical diagnosis or changes in a longtime condition, this can feel like a punch in the stomach. It can take your breath away.

If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.

While therapy can be challenging to face, I try to make the process as easy as possible, hopefully even enjoyable. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples who are curious about themselves, introspective/reflective and interested in personal growth and identity development. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of experience working with individuals/couples/families. My training has been heavily focused on helping people work through relationship issues and overcome feelings of anxiety, depression and grief/loss. I have also worked extensively w/individuals working through addiction recovery.

Are you experiencing a challenging time in your life and you can’t seem to get through it? Maybe you are grieving the loss of someone important in your life, coming to terms with your sexuality, or having relational issues with your partner. Having to go through any of these unique issues can be daunting when lacking the appropriate support or copings tools.