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For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

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Senami Edalere-Lukula
PMHNP-BC
Online & In-Person
Hello! I am a committed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience supporting patients through their mental health journeys. I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating various mental health conditions using a holistic approach that integrates pharmacology, psychotherapy and supportive therapy. I tailor treatment plans to each individual's unique needs, working closely with patients and their families to ensure a clear understanding of the path to recovery. Patient education is at the core of my practice. I prioritize helping you understand your symptoms and equipping you with healthy coping strategies. Your well-being is my top priority, and I’m here to support you at every stage of your journey. Whether through prescribing medication, conducting physical assessments, or offering preventive care. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: I believe in treating each person as a unique individual, deserving of a personalized approach to mental health care. My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your strengths, and the challenges you face, empowering you to make informed decisions about your life. Rather than just prescribing medication, I focus on helping you understand the connection between your mind and body, so we can develop effective strategies tailored to your needs. My aim is to guide you towards a life rooted in self-compassion, kindness, and resilience. My treatment approach emphasizes a comprehensive and individualized plan for mental health care. I start with a thorough assessment to understand each client’s unique symptoms, history, and needs. This forms the foundation for a personalized treatment plan, which may involve medication management, therapeutic interventions, or a combination of both. I believe in integrating psychopharmacology with psychotherapy to address not just the symptoms but also the underlying causes, fostering a holistic approach to healing. My focus is on empowering clients to take an active role in their treatment, while developing practical coping strategies and building resilience to improve their overall well-being.
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Olivia Rivera-Marmara, LCSW
Mental Health Therapist
Online & In-Person
Are the stresses of your life becoming overwhelming? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, low motivation, an inability to engage with others, or an unexpected curveball? Major life changes can lead to feelings of numbness, stress, anxiety, and being overwhelmed. Together we will navigate how to meet your unique needs and develop a healthy and positive sense of self to accomplish your personal goals. Not only will you be able to talk about what's bothering you but it's also important to know what to do about it! I will help you manage your stressors by teaching coping skills and relaxation techniques that are individualized and evidence-based approaches. I have a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from Rutgers University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am an empathic, compassionate, and genuinely invested clinician who wants to empower you to regain a sense of well-being. I have over 20 years of experience working as a social worker. I offer individual counseling for adolescents to adults starting at age 14+. I work with clients struggling with career burnout, self-esteem, anxiety, grief/loss, family conflict, stress, maternal mental health, and mood regulation. I also work with caregivers who are using Maudsley FBT therapy with their adolescents experiencing an eating disorder. ​
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Jasmine Victoria Idrogo
LPC-Associate
Online & In-Person
Jasmine graduated with her bachelor’s degree in both psychology and criminal justice from Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas, where she is from. There, Jasmine grew a passion for learning about substance misuse and how it affects the adolescent population at large. Jasmine graduated with her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Texas in San Antonio and completed her internship at Rise Recovery, which serves adolescents receiving recovery-related support. Jasmine has the experience and clinical interest in topics relating to trauma, anxiety, addiction, mindfulness, post-traumatic growth, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology, and eating disorders. Jasmine is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for her clients and loves advocating for multicultural issues. Jasmine works great with adolescent populations, minorities, and those in recovery from addiction or other addictive behaviors. She loves advocating for physical wellbeing via mindfulness, exercise, and practicing gratitude. In her free time, Jasmine competes in powerlifting on a national level; she loves to go hiking, travel, and dance! Jasmine can spend all day outdoors, in water, and on an adventure. She considers herself a coffee connoisseur, can eat breakfast all day and loves to watch lots of movies and tv shows
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