Biography:
I believe that improving our quality of life can take many forms and starting therapy is one of the most transformative. The therapeutic journey requires courage and commitment. It is not easy or fast, but the outcomes can be life-changing. Gaining a deeper understanding of your emotions and discovering your true self in the process is invaluable.
As your therapist, I am here to walk beside you, exploring both your strengths and areas of struggle. My holistic, Jungian, and client-centered approach aims to foster meaningful growth and well-being in a safe, non-judgmental space. In our sessions, we will delve into your dreams, images, and scenarios to uncover the thoughts and behaviors beneath the surface. Each person is unique; your treatment will be tailored to your individual needs using expressive resources to reveal hidden aspects of yourself.
Quoting Jung, “The main objective of psychological therapy is not to transport the patient to an impossible state of happiness, but rather to help them acquire firmness and patience in the face of suffering. Life happens in a balance between joy and pain.” My goal is to help you find this balance.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching movies and TV shows, hiking, and climbing. Being close to nature is very important to me and the Pacific Northwest offers the perfect setting for these activities.
Experience:
4+ years of experience working in the mental health field in Brazil.
Private practice - Mental Health Therapist
Provided telehealth counseling services to Brazilian clients living abroad, focusing on cultural adaptation and managing the challenges of transitioning to new environments. Provided telehealth for people from the USA, England, and Thailand. Collaborating with clients to develop personalized treatment plans addressing their specific needs, including anxiety, depression, and relational issues.
Hospital Setting - Mental Health Therapist
Provided emotional support to women dealing with chronic pain and neurological issues, particularly during the pandemic. Worked within a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to deliver comprehensive care. Emphasized the connection between mental and physical health in treatment plans.
Authored chapter in "The Use of Nonviolent Communication in Intercultural Relationships" for the book "Intercultural Psychology for Brazilians Abroad".
Education
- Bachelor in Psychology from Mackenzie Presbyterian University - Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Master Degree in Psychology, with specialization in Clinical Treatments from University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Post Graduate Degree in Jungian Psychology - Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Post Graduate Degree in Functional Mindfulness - Parana, Brazil
Areas of Focus
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness
- ACT
- Attachment Therapy
- Divorce
- Intimacy
- Phobias
- Sleep Disorders
- Post-Partum Depression
- Personality Disorders
- Bullying
- Couples
- Gender Identity
- LGBTQ
- Military Families
- Chronic Terminal
- Spiritual
- Ethnicity
- Grief
- PTSD
- Trauma
- Emotional Disorders
- Sexual Trauma
- Menopause
- Infertility
Clientele
- I work with individuals and couples. As a woman, immigrant, and bilingual therapist, I welcome clients of all sexual orientations, religious affiliations, and cultural backgrounds seeking emotional support.
- I work with ages 18+.
Modalities
- Jungian therapy
- Person-centered therapy
- Mindfulness
- Narrative therapy
- Art therapy
- Culturally sensitive
- Multicultural
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- First Choice Health/Kaiser PPO
- Lifewise
- Moda
- Premera
- Providence
- Regence
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