Monika Pimentel

Starting or returning to therapy can be nerve-wracking, intimidating even, but when you find a therapist you can connect with, the "work" becomes more like exploration. I feel elated by working with those who crave introspection and desire to grow into the version of themselves they want to be. My favorite sessions with clients are when we can practice therapeutic skills that they can utilize when they are not in session with me. I strongly believe in encouraging clients to be independent and to take back control of their mental health.

Building a strong therapeutic relationship is the key to effective therapy. Through person-centered therapy, CBT, and DBT, my clients and I will develop individualized goals together. I have experience working in the following areas: anxiety, depression, parenting skills, self-esteem, major life transitions, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, and substance use.

I believe that clients deserve to feel in control when developing goals for therapy. I also hope that all of my clients feel capable of utilizing learned skills when not in session with me. Above all, warmth, safety, and honesty are how I'd describe the environment I strive to create for my clients.