About
I strive to create a safe and comfortable atmosphere where we can explore new ideas, build a relationship where we engage in discovering solutions and uncovering latent strengths.
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I believe that the essence of therapy lies in the shared journey of client and therapist. In this space, we nurture a serene and trusting connection, empowering you to soar through the currents of positive change, moving steadily towards your goals.
"I find it exciting that the discourse around emotional and mental wellness is increasingly open. It signifies a collective curiosity within humanity to explore ways of improvement rather than stigmatizing any perceived shortcomings."
EXPERIENCE
Lourdes has experience serving in a variety of therapeutic settings with diverse populations. She employs a collaborative therapeutic approach recognizing that the Client is the expert of their own story and will be an active participant in creating the change that works for them. Over the years, she has amassed specific experience addressing addictive tendencies/addiction, relational struggles, racial identity, gender identity, grief, trauma, and parenting.
OTHER SPECIALTIES
Lourdes is a trained facilitator in SMART Recovery ® that provides support to individuals using an evidenced-based approach to all types of addictive behaviors, and empowers the individual with self-management tools to; build motivation; cope with urges; manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors; and live a balanced life. SMART Recovery ® Family and Friends with CRAFT ( Community Reinforcement and Family Training) provides support to the partners, friends and family members providing psychoeducation to manage feelings, behaviors and thoughts, positive communication, trust and forgiveness, healthy boundaries and tools to facilitate and support your loved one in working through recovery.
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New York
Pittsburgh
Miami