As a Licensed Professional Clinial Counselor I offer clients individualized treatment using evidence based practices including Behavioral Modification, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Trauma Systems Therapy (TST), Solution-Focused Therapy, Existential Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I also often implement current scientific research in my practice with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, trauma, grief, attachment disorders, PTSD, sleep disturbance, phobias, adjustment disorders, compulsive behaviors, selective mutism, relationship problems and identity issues. My therapeutic style is best described as compassionate, caring, approachable and client centered. I embrace a holistic approach to help clients heal through the healthy interactions of the mind and body. Besides her ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat, my main goal is to help clients to be free of pain and have a better relationship with self, others and the world. Prior to my career as a therapist, I was a laywer for 8 years . Other languages spoken: Portuguese.