I understand that every family member has a unique perspective. I observe how the family functions and recognize which tools to utilize to meet therapy goals. While a family may need to examine the past, I employ mindfulness techniques to keep everyone focused on the present and moving forward.

Raised in Brazil and the Bay Area, I am bilingual and bicultural. I am a long-time San Jose resident, a spouse, and parent to two college students. I enjoy traveling, reading, growing orchids, and participating in  5k and 10k races.
 

Specialized training and areas of interest:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Didactical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

• Play Therapy

• Children

• Adolescents

• Adults

• Couples

• Anxiety and Phobias

• Depression

 
Services provided:

• Individual Therapy

• Family Therapy

• Parent Coaching

• Couples Counseling

 
Personal & Professional Cultural Experience:

• Languages spoken: English and Portuguese

• Atendo também em Português

• Latino Cultures

 
Publications/Professional Accomplishments:

• Curriculum: “Programa de Prevenção Primária à Luz Da Bíblia”,  Mato Grosso, Brazil  (Substance Abuse Prevention program biblically based for Parents and Children)

Presenter:

• “Got ADD? Learn how to work with Scouts with Special Needs” for Boy Scouts of America, Leaders

• “When Everything is a Battle”

• “Social Emotional Development of Young Children, How They Play and Self-Regulate”

• “Porque Incidir Os Pais No Nosso Trabalho?” Cuiabá, Brazil- “Why Parents are important in our work?”

• “Entender às Suas Emoções Em Tempos Difíceis” Cuiabá, Brazil- “Understanding your Emotions during Difficult Times”

Location of services offered:

• In-Office

• Outdoors at Houge Park

• Zoom for parents