Dr. Jennifer Prada-Moreno

Dr. Jennifer Prada-Moreno obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Thomas University, where she attended on a full-ride scholarship for volleyball. She then went on to pursue her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Trinity International University and graduated Cum Laude with honors. She is bilingual with English and Spanish.

She completed her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in crisis and trauma at Regent University while developing her dissertation on the impact of shame on trafficking survivors. Her clinical background has helped her fulfill multiple roles in the mental health and substance abuse field, including therapeutic and administrative/managerial work.

Her professional experience includes substance abuse treatment centers, domestic violence shelters, the Office of Refugee and Resettlement, Emergency Management from the Dept. of Homeland Security, day treatment programs, and the justice system.

Her expertise includes individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, marriage counseling, crisis interventions, trauma work, and various treatment modalities that allow her to help those seeking a life of sobriety.

She is dedicated to helping others overcome their addiction and obtain recovery one step at a time.

My approach to therapy is trauma‐informed, holistic, and client‐centered. I focus on creating a safe, compassionate space where individuals can explore their experiences without judgment. Drawing from evidence‐based modalities, I tailor treatment to each person’s needs and collaborate with them to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and move toward lasting recovery.

In our first session, clients can expect a welcoming, compassionate, and judgment‐free space where we begin building a foundation of trust. I take time to understand each person’s history, current challenges, and goals, while also exploring what has brought them to therapy at this point in their life. Because of my background in trauma, crisis work, and addiction treatment, I move at a pace that feels safe and comfortable, ensuring clients never feel pressured to share more than they’re ready for.

We will discuss what therapy can look like, identify immediate needs, and begin outlining a plan tailored to your unique experiences. Whether we’re focusing on trauma, relationships, sobriety, or overall emotional well‐being, my goal in that first meeting is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we take the first steps toward healing and recovery together.