Therapists in Anacortes, WA

I am a Portuguese and Spanish speaker who carries my call with my heart by connecting with people in meaningful ways to help them to turn their experiences into self-knowledge and converge them toward a constructive engagement with the feelings, attitudes, and beliefs that are vital parts to become their best selves. I believe that what guides people’s life is a continuous understanding of and interpretation of their experiences, their stories, where they came from, and where they are going. I am being formally trained in Disorganized Attachment and Dissociation to help individuals with fragmented experiences heal.

Hello! I am accepting new clients on a case by case basis and am willing to place people on a waitlist. Don't hesitate to reach out. I provide individual therapy via telehealth with the option of including people of your choosing. I hold a deep belief in the inherent capacity for growth and change that exists within every individual, regardless of their circumstances. Nothing is more gratifying than witnessing your own personal growth. My approach is client centered and creative. My clients come from various cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, gender identities. I look forward to working with you.

Resolving relationship, cultural and communication issues can increase your self awareness to bring opportunities for growth and enjoyment. If you feel lonely and unsure why, let’s explore how to bring joy to your life, starting at our first meeting. I work with parents/families, couples and individuals. My main focus is RO-DBT, an evidenced based approach to help with issues related to "overcontrol". I also use supplementary techniques for changing habits, improving communication and reducing inner conflict.

I deeply believe that healing is possible and have dedicated my life to this. I see each client as an individual and will work with you to identify your specific wants, needs, and goals for our work together. Whether you are dealing with deep trauma, family problems, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, grief, or a spiritual crisis, I offer compassionate, effective, and evidence-based treatment that you can access from your own home. As a therapist, I use compassion, curiosity, humor, and authenticity to create a safe and warm therapeutic environment that allows for personal discovery, growth, and healing.

Do you feel stuck but also don’t quite know where to start to make positive changes in your life? Most of us have been there. In this increasingly complex world it can be difficult to create moments of peace and contentment, and listen to our inner voice. We are constantly bombarded by different types of stimuli. Despite so many ways to communicate with people, sometimes it feels like no one is really listening to what we have to say. How are we supposed to foster joy, gratitude, have satisfying and meaningful relationships like this? If you have had these thoughts a little too often, maybe it is time for us to work together.

As your therapist, I will explore your concerns and assist you in uncovering deeper issues that might be hindering or influencing your relationships and your worldview. “Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” -- Dr. Viktor Frankl, Holocaust survivor, existentialist, and founder of Logotherapy (concept based on the premise that the primary motivational force of an individual is to find a meaning in life).