Teletherapy for Pennsylvania

Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.

Currently Accepting New Clients - Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with couples and individuals. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients so that you can feel comfortable opening up about your life, and also feel supported in taking steps towards your own unique goals. With couples, I help work through breakdowns in communication to actually be able to hear each other and connect, improve their sex life, as well as heal from infidelity. I also help individuals cope with anxiety and stress to feel at peace & secure again.

Accepting New Clients . At Grounding Tree Therapy, I work with adults who feel negatively about themselves. I help navigate feelings and emotions of anxiety and depression that you’ve carried with you since childhood. If you have felt like you aren’t enough or feel like you are failing, let’s talk. We will explore the root cause of the emotions and process situations based on your perspective while being challenged to see outcomes and decisions differently.

Do you and your partner struggle to find common ground? Are communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, or the effects of childhood trauma impacting your relationship? As someone who understands the profound impact that early experiences can have on your emotional well-being, self-esteem, and relationships, I offer a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to healing. Whether you are seeking support as a couple or an individual, we will navigate the challenges, address the root causes of your struggles, and empower you to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I operate from the framework that no human being need to navigate the difficulties of life alone. Life can often times bring us unexpected results. Strong emotions associated with anxiety, depression or trauma can cause us to turn toward certain behaviors and situations to help us cope. When these behaviors and situations become unsafe or unsuitable for what we want in life, it can sometimes become difficult to find our way on our own. I offer an environment that is safe, compassionate and collaborative. My approach allows us to work together to promote your individual strengths that aid in the healing of emotional scars.

Telehealth therapy only but immediate openings- My ideal clients are couples ages 25-60 years of age that are having relationship issues and feel stuck in the negative interactions over and over. I am of the belief my primary role is to help you improve your responses to each other without breaking your core values and or deeply held principles. Your job is to create your own individual goals for being in therapy.  MY job is to help you reach them. I have many tools to help you become a more effective partner – they work best when you are clear about how you desire to be in your relationship.

If you find yourself looking for therapy, I already know you have tried everything. Stop here and let me support you with the solutions and answers to your internal and external conflicts. You really are that powerful...use me to unlock the powers within!

I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with three decades of experience working with diverse individuals, groups and communities. My varied professional and life experiences inform my work as a multifaceted and versatile therapist. My therapeutic approach is also rooted in my values which include a belief in the inherent worth and dignity of each individual. My goal is to approach the therapeutic journey with humility, curiosity, and collaboration.

“If you are depressed you are living in the past, if you are anxious you are living in the future, if you are at peace, you are living in the present". . .The immortal wisdom of 6th c. philosopher Lao Tzu informs my approach to life and to therapy. I seek to help my clients be open, curious, and accepting of their present experiences, to make meaning from their adversity, and to embrace their futures with a sense of agency and adventure.

Does any of this sound like you? You're exhausted, anxious and stuck. Life feels overwhelming and no matter what you do, you don't feel good enough. It feels like everyone except you has it "together". Maybe you have all you wanted on paper but it you don't feel fulfilled. You beat yourself up, drink too much or are stuck in the cycle of trying the newest Tiktok welllness trend, hoping this will make you feel better. It's not working and you wonder if you will ever feel happy and content. It's time for a change.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you need to drop into greater ease or “grounding”, but you keep getting “triggered” and respond in your old ways? Have you tried meditation or yoga, yet feel something is missing? Have you sensed true “flow” and playfulness in your interactions with others or within yourself, but, sadly, it is just not consistent? Educators, do seek being that teacher who moved you into this profession? Have you spent time learning how to develop your parenting and general relationship skills, but you keep reverting to prior patterns of reactivity? If so, try something new with me.

Every person has the ability to overcome obstacles. I am here to provide what is needed to see you through that process. Whatever your challenges, we will move together carefully and consciously in an open, non-judgmental and supportive environment. The process of change can happen subtly and steadily or a realization can burst into a huge leap forward. As insight and strength grow, you will be naturally inspired to make concrete and positive change. After serving in the field of mental health for 25 years, I have seen evidence of our work in the confidence and successes of my clients.

One minute you’re discussing home upgrades, and the next, you’re shouting about feeling alone and unimportant. The bickering now happens in front of your kids. Asking for the same basic needs has worn you out. You express needs that have become a list of letdowns. When you try and talk with your partner, he either shuts down or explodes. Your partner feels like he can’t do anything right. Rather than talk about your feelings, the focus shifts to how unappreciated your partner feels. There is no resolution in sight. After hours of silent treatment, one of your finally breaks the ice. This pattern is draining your relationship.

I work well with mood problems, anxiety, substance use problems and trauma. I also enjoy helping clients who are struggling with low self-esteem, codependent relationships, and those uncertain about their purpose or direction in life. If you're feeling lost, therapy can help you to find a sense of meaning.

I was born in Cali, Colombia, and moved to the United States at age 7. I am bicultural and bilingual (Spanish/English). I have two Master's degrees, one in Addictions and the other in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). I also have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from PCOM. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in PA and New York State. I have diverse and extensive professional experience. I have partnered with agencies such as Tesla,Google,Facebook,Starbucks & Ocean Spray. Google my name to get a sense of my accomplishments.

I work with women & couples seeking a Biblical perspective, rooted inn formal training. I'll get to know your strengths, values, beliefs, and goals, & help to get to the root issues. A thorough assessment & treatment from a holistic approach will get the best outcome, to not just "feel" better, but find freedom from your symptoms & patterns. I also offer on-line group counseling, and for those local to Adams County, PA, I offer Nature-based therapy, combining the healing benefits of Creation, & therapy techniques!

Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

Have you ever felt as though it was hard to ask for help, whether it was with something small that happens in life, or perhaps when more complicated situations arise? What about when those distressing thoughts just “pop” into your mind, and the uncomfortable feelings occur? It can be very uncomfortable, and even exhausting, to try to cope with those thoughts and feelings. Maybe you’ve fallen into some habits that you would like to talk about and understand better, or even change but are unsure about how to start. Or maybe you’re going through a significant loss or a change. Do you feel like you just aren’t yourself these days?

(This practice works with adults only and does not accept insurance). If you are overly concerned about pleasing others and have difficulty saying “no,” you probably end up feeling frustrated and resentful. If you then criticize yourself for having those feelings, you might feel stuck in an endless cycle of shame and guilt. But there is hope! You can change your self-talk, strengthen your self-esteem, set clear boundaries, and develop a healthier work/life balance. To hear from others who’ve worked with me, check out testimonials on my website, www.forhealingandhope.com, and let’s connect to see how I can best support you.