"...as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” - Marianne Williamson

About Claudia

We all want to live rich meaningful lives. You’ve heard the phrase, “it’s about the journey not the destination.” All people, regardless of race, gender, geography, income, religion, experience moments in their lives when things become tough to handle,when no matter what resources or emotional fortitude we may have we are unable to manage. While some problems are more challenging than others, we all experience times in our lives when we begin to lose hope and doubt that a resolution will emerge. These are moments in our lives that seeking a professional therapist can be helpful. 


Whether you have been in therapy before, or this is your first time. I know how important it is to find someone with whom you can trust and feel comfortable. People come to therapy, not for advice, but for a healing, corrective experience. I aspire to provide a safe, inviting, non-judgmental space for my clients, while providing treatment for your specific concerns. 

My goal is to help clients discover their strengths and find out how to live a happy, healthy, fulfilling life. Sometimes pain from our past or worries about our future, keep us from enjoying the present. 

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Claudia sees adults and teens, couples, and families. She offers evening and weekend appointments, and bilingual services in Spanish and English. She is currently in network with Anthem/BCBS and Humana, and out of network with all other insurance providers.
Her rate is $150 per session, with some sliding scale rates available.

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Education and Training
I am a licensed LPC in the state of Georgia and have been working in the mental health field as a therapist since 2003. I received my Masters in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri Kansas City. I studied Clinical Psychology as well as Marriage and Family Therapy. I completed my supervised training at research hospital in Kansas City and have experience working in a variety of mental health settings, including hospitals (inpatient & outpatient) for mental health and addiction, community mental health centers, community crisis clinics and University counseling centers.

I offer individual, couples and family therapy. My specialty areas are:
 - Mood issues
 - Self-harming behaviors
 - Anxiety issues
 - Trauma and PTSD
 - Interpersonal concerns
 - Sexuality issues
 - Adjustment and personal growth
 - Transitional phases
 - Addiction


Therapeutic Approach
I use a conglomerate approach to therapy depending on my client’s needs. I was trained in the “classic” counseling psychology method by highly accomplished psychologists and researchers in their field. I draw from all my training and diverse experiences to incorporate and accommodate my approach to the client’s individual needs. The specific therapeutic treatments I use are:

 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
 - Family Systems
 - Humanistic/Existential
 - Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
 - Mindfulness and meditation
 - Narrative Therapy

My first priority is to create a warm, secure, open space for you to feel comfortable and understood. My style is laid back and personable. I use light humor and encourage the same from you. I think outside the box, and encourage my clients to do the same. Staying current on psychological trends, holistic approach and treatment methods are important to my practice.

I believe in treating the whole person, mind, body and soul. In addition to being a licensed mental health therapist, I am also a fitness trainer and understand the relationship between mental health & physical health. I may encourage things such as yoga, pilates, walks, meditation, in addition to your therapy treatment. Finally, growing up in a traditional latin family, I recognize the aspects of diversity in all areas (ie ethnicity, sexuality, gender etc) and how that affects who we are and how we relate to others.