Anahi Toledo

My journey into the mental health field began when I noticed a deep need in my church community to openly talk about mental health. People were struggling in silence, and I felt called to help. What started as a desire to support others quickly became a passion, leading me to graduate school, where I completed my practicum at a crisis house working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, and homelessness... to name a few things. That experience showed me just how powerful therapy can be; even simply being a listening ear can bring light to someone’s darkest moments. What continues to motivate me today is walking alongside clients as they heal, grow, and realize they don’t have to go through life’s challenges alone.

My approach is collaborative and tailored to you. I draw from CBT to help you reframe unhelpful thought patterns, DBT to build emotional regulation and mindfulness skills, and even Christian counseling for those who desire a faith-based perspective. Together, we’ll explore what’s most important to you and adapt each session to meet your unique needs, challenges, and values.

In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know each other in a calm, supportive space, it’s called an intake, where I’ll ask a few questions to understand what’s been going on and what brought you in. There’s no pressure to share anything you’re not ready to talk about; we’ll go at your own pace, and you’ll have the space to settle in and feel comfortable. It’s completely normal to feel nervous, but just know this first step is about connection, not perfection and I’ll be right there with you.