What is therapy like? What does a typical session with you look like?

A typical session usually begins with a 5 minute check in, followed by focused work on agreed upon topics that further my client's overall goals and cooperative discussion about activities or interventions that can be used outside of session to increase progress.

Life can be tough and there is so much that isn't under our control. Getting overwhelmed with emotions or self-critical thoughts only adds unnecessary suffering and therapy can help. I utilize a collaborative person-centered perspective that recognizes your expertise in your life. My practice is based upon use of mindfulness, narrative, cognitive and behavioral techniques to improve function in daily life. All of the work that I do is rooted in empathy and I am passionate about assisting clients through work, home and family stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, disability, grief and other life transitions.

I like to bring in a mix of processing thoughts, education about how brain functions are affecting the current situation, and practical individualized strategies that can be implemented to improve the situation. 

Hello and welcome to my page. I provide individual, couple, and family therapy sessions virtually. My approach is based in modern evidence-based research and I use a mixed method approach that is tailored to each individual person’s needs. 

I believe in providing a safe, inclusive and nonjudgemental where clients can feel comfortable. Sessions are tailored to individual needs.

I have a deep passion for supporting others through their journey towards general wellbeing. Through a blend of therapeutic modalities including mindfulness techniques, trauma-informed care, cognitive processing therapy, I work with clients to develop effective coping strategies to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. I follow a holistic approach to therapy and place emphasis on total mind body wellness. I understand that the first step towards seeking therapy can feel overwhelming and I strive to create a safe space where you can feel heard and supported.

During the first session, I have more of a structured plan where I ask open-ended questions to get to know you better. This will help me help you in future sessions. It will also help you start pinpointing the therapeutic goals you want to work on. If it feels like too much or this is too overwhelming, you can always tell me, and we will go at your own pace; always remember you are the person who decides what you are ready to say. During the next appointments and once you start feeling more comfortable in the sessions, you will notice the sensation that made the session feel like an interview disappear and sessions will start to feel more like conversations. I teach coping skills and techniques for self-regulation to further advance your healing journey.

Beatriz is a bilingual and multicultural counselor who believes that human connection and wholesome relationships help people with healing. Beatriz believes every person has their own formula for transformation and healing and therapy is a pathway to achieve it.

The first few sessions are about me getting to learn about you and your worldview. I would need to adopt your perspective and see you and hear you. I strive to hold a safe space for you to be authentic, explore and be vulnerable. Once I learn about you, then what you feel would make sense to me too.

I come from a multicultural background and a multi-generational household where old values meet the new modern ideas. I have a big family so relationships have always been my passion.

Each session is an opportunity to work on yourself, learn something new, and dig a little deeper. Hazel uses an eclectic approach, drawing from DBT, CBT, SFBT, ACT, and other modalities. Sessions will equip you with the skills that you may find helpful for many years to come. Most of her clients take away new insights, information, and integrate them into their daily lives.  

Hazel is fluent in English and Vietnamese, born and raised in California. I am real/genuine. She provides a safe place for clients to feel supported and encouraged to make significant, positive changes.  

All sessions are completed virtually on zoom.

I am a solution focused therapist, who’s goal is to help individuals, families and couples uncover their true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. 

A typical session with me begins with a check in and usually me asking how our time together would be best spent. While I might have a plan in mind, it is always more important that topics addressed in sessions are the topics that are important to the client.

As a teacher of Deaf/HoH students, I was often frustrated with attempts at finding mental health providers who could communicate with my students in their preferred language. Throughout my years as a mother and teacher, the importance of addressing mental health early and effectively became painfully apparent. In my quest to find ways to support my children and my students, I found a new passion. Returning to graduate school was a scary endeavor, but one I am so glad I chose. Now I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, able to provide mental health counseling services to hearing people and Deaf/HoH people in whichever mode of communication they prefer. It is my honor to be invited into the lives of my clients and walk with them through their mental health journeys.

A typical session with me, will be very warmly and genuine. The client will be supported, judgement free, humor, fun, positive and cheerful. 

My name is Sandy Baker. I am a licensed mental health counselor. In 2018, I obtained my Master of  Science in Education and my Certificate of Advanced Study in Mental health counseling degree at Alfred University, NY.  Empowering my clients is my primary goal as a practitioner in the mental health field. I work with children and adults of diverse backgrounds and genders to explore emotions, navigate challenges to create a positive fulfilling life. 

I will tell you that our first session is about building a connection between the three of us and coming up with a structure plan and setting a goal post for future sessions and leaving them with homework and a feeling of accomplishment and peace that everything is going to work out 

Hello I am very excited to be your guide on you and your partners journey of reconnecting and falling in love again.  I am a licensed professional and have a large success rate and can’t wait to hear from you soon!