I am pursuing a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Louis University (SLU) and serve as a research assistant in the Minority Stress and Social Determinants Lab at SLU. I hold a Bachelor's in Psychology from the Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS) and a specialist certificate in Systemic Therapy from the Centro de Estudos da Família e do Indivíduo (CEFI), both from Brazil. Additionally, I have received basic training in Emotionally Focused Therapy at CEFI/ICEEFT and am increasingly aligning my practice with this approach.

I work with individuals, couples, and families, supporting them in navigating their unique challenges. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to help them understand themselves to find their best coping strategies. I know that starting therapy can be scary, and I strive to make the process as comfortable and supportive as possible. To achieve
this, I prioritize being an authentic therapist, which I find essential for connecting with clients' vulnerabilities. My aim is to create a personalized therapy experience based on genuine human connection.

 

In Brazil, I worked as a psychologist and researcher in the hospital setting. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals through grief, as well as worked with couples and families. I am passionate about understanding and addressing the challenges faced by marginalized groups, particularly within LGBTQIA+ and people of color communities. I welcome every form of love and family structure, striving to understand my clients’ experiences and provide a safe space to explore their challenges.

I am excited about the opportunity to work at Diversified Health and Wellness Center, and I look forward to growing both professionally and personally through my journey with those I will work with.

 

Specializations:

Couples Therapy, Family Conflict, Family of Origin Issues, Grief, Marital Therapy, Marriage Counseling

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Treatment Modalities:

Attachment Based Therapy, Family Systems, Grief Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy

 

Fee Scale: $0-50, sliding scale available

 

Accepted Insurance Plans:

Please Inquire

 

Payment Types: Cash, Check, Credit-Visa, HSA, OON

 

Availability:  Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday by appointment only

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Certifications

-Specialist Certificate in Systemic Therapy - the Centro de Estudos da Família e do Indivíduo (CEFI)

-Emotionally Focused Therapy

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Education:

B.S., Psychology- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS)

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