Comfort Duarte

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with extensive experience. I specialize in supporting teens, young adults, and young parents who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or recognize the need for change. You may be dealing with anxiety, ADHD, intense emotions, relationship challenges, questions about your identity, parenting stress, or navigating a significant life transition. If you know what you "should" do but find it difficult to put into action, or if you're exhausted from repeating the same patterns and seeking practical tools that actually fit your life, I am here to help.

My approach is DBT-informed, trauma-informed, practical, and collaborative. Therapy with me is more than talking about what went wrong during the week. Together, we’ll identify patterns, understand what’s getting in the way, and build skills you can use in your everyday life. We may work on regulating intense emotions, managing distress, communicating effectively, setting boundaries, strengthening relationships, and building confidence in yourself and your decisions.

In our first session, my primary goal is to build connection and establish a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and secure. We will explore your background, discuss what brings you to therapy, and begin identifying what reaching your "full potential" looks like to you. You can expect a structured yet welcoming environment where we collaborate on a roadmap for your growth, ensuring you have a safe place to evolve into the person you want to be.