Desiree Rodriguez

I want to join you on your quest of self-exploration, transformation, and seeking inner peace. If you are seeking to have more meaningful relationships, heal from pain caused by your past experiences, develop healthy habits, address addiction, enhance self-esteem, manage symptoms related to mental illness or emotional distress; I am here to embark on the journey with you. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and outlets that fit your preferences because each person is a unique individual. Most importantly I utilize your expertise about your own life. I work individually with children over the age of 5, adolescents, and adults. I also engage in couples and family counseling.

I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and outlets that fit your preferences because each person is a unique individual. Most importantly I utilize your expertise about your own life. I personally enjoy and witness benefit from incorporating CBT, attachment theory and mindfulness approaches. Solution-focused when necessary is applied. I consider motivational and strength based practices to be helpful in moving clients towards their goals. I am a trauma informed clinician with training in EMDR and Emotion Focused Therapy. Christian based counseling incorporated upon client's request.

I wish to provide you a safe place where you can be yourself, feel supported, embrace growth and be encouraged to reach your personal goals. Sometimes it is important to just start by building a stronger relationship with yourself.I have experience working with clients who are challenged by a variety of symptoms related to adjustment issues, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma and schizophrenia. I also help those who are struggling with addiction and substance abuse related concerns. Whether it is your first time in therapy or your tenth, taking medication or never considered it, diagnosed with a mental health condition or merely feeling stressed out, I am happy to serve anyone who wants to see change in their life. No matter how small the issue may appear, nothing is too insignificant to talk about that may be impacting you in a personal way.