Cecilia's upbringing in a family marked by the complexities of divorce deeply influenced her to seek therapy herself. This personal experience made her acutely aware of the impact of life transitions on individuals, fostering a profound understanding of the anxieties and uncertainties that accompany life changes. Her approachable and empathetic nature allowed her to form deep connections with those around her. Her fascination with the diversity of perspectives and thoughts people can hold led her to pursue a career in psychology and clinical counseling.

She is a highly qualified professional, holding both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Psychology. She is also a licensed Clinical Counselor with the BCACC (RCC #22718), a testament to her dedication to the field.

Cecilia's approach to clients is deeply formed by her own life experiences and her extensive training in a range of therapeutic techniques in the evidence-based field of therapies. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Fluent in Spanish and English, Cecilia has also worked as a Behavioral Therapist with children diagnosed with ASD and can connect with clients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that both language and culture are respected in the therapeutic process.

Her passion for understanding the human experience was nurtured by meaningful interactions with her family, friends, and grandparents, giving her a holistic perspective on how our thinking processes evolve through different life stages. She firmly believes that our early experiences, relationships, and the different life transitions we go through play a crucial role in shaping our view of the world. This belief is the bedrock of her approach to counseling, making her a counselor who is deeply committed to understanding her client's unique experiences.

• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Neurodiversity

• Children

• Teens

• Adults

• Elderly

• New immigrants

• Psychodynamic psychotherapy

• Fluent in Spanish and English