Patricia Tijerina

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, school-related stress, life transitions, and other emotional and behavioral challenges. My background in both school-based mental health and clinical practice allows me to understand the unique pressures young people and families face at home, at school, and in everyday life. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to develop practical skills for lasting growth.

My approach to therapy is supportive, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s individual needs and goals. I use Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients recognize their strengths, identify what is already working, and take practical steps toward meaningful change. I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing healthier coping strategies. Through open and compassionate talk therapy, I strive to create a comfortable, judgment-free space where clients can process challenges, build confidence, and develop skills they can use beyond the therapy room.

During our first session, my goal is to create a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable sharing at your own pace. We will spend time getting to know each other, discussing what brought you to therapy, exploring your strengths and current challenges, and identifying what you hope to gain from our work together. Together, we will begin developing realistic and meaningful goals that reflect your needs while also discussing practical strategies that can support you between sessions. Most importantly, the first session is an opportunity for you to ask questions and determine whether I am the right therapeutic fit for you.