Silviana Capra

My journey into therapy began with a deep curiosity about human resilience and the desire to help others find strength through life’s hardest challenges. During my graduate training, I had the opportunity to work with survivors of trauma. This experience showed me the powerful role therapy can play in recovery and solidified my commitment to supporting others through their healing journeys. I’m continually driven by the fundamental belief that everyone has the potential for positive growth and change. Seeing my clients gain confidence or find peace makes my work incredibly rewarding.

I work with adults who are managing anxiety, life transitions, and those seeking support for self-esteem issues. Whether you’re working through trauma, building coping skills, or exploring your personal goals, I’ll work with you to create a plan for growth that feels empowering and achievable. I best serve those who are ready to unearth the uncomfortable. Those who have felt stuck and just need the tools and a safe space to connect back to themselves. Those who have a desire to intentionally sit with the things that are sticky, so that it can stop ruling their life and they can take the reins. Is this you? This work is hard. If you’re ready to face it in a safe way, I’m the person for you.

I draw in from various orientations to help support you. My approach starts from a psychodynamic viewpoint, and I use strategies such as somatic therapy, IFS, and parts work to assist you in reaching your goals. That being said, based on your unique needs, I may adapt my approach to include other practices like mindfulness and CBT. Your goals and progress are my primary focus. Together, we’ll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence.

I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I practice active listening and will give you opportunities to reflect on your experiences with you as an empathetic partner. If we’re working through something challenging, you can expect me to be calm and patient.

I believe that therapy is a partnership. Together, we’ll identify and set goals that matter to you, whether they focus on improving relationships, building self-esteem, or another personal objective. As we work together, your goals may evolve as you gain new insights. We can adapt our plan at any time to ensure it’s always meaningful and relevant to you. I’m here to provide you with the support and tools you need to continue to move closer to where you want to be, even when things feel challenging.

Our first session will be an opportunity for us to get to know one another. This will consist of gathering background information as to why you are seeking support, as well as your history, including upbringing and life phases. This way, we can build a clinical picture to better understand your life and why things may be challenging today. I get it, we’re strangers, so I don’t expect you to spill your guts right away. A lot of this information may reveal itself over time once we’ve established safety and support in the therapeutic relationship. Therapy is a process, and we’ll continue to build our work together over time. It’s completely normal to feel nervous about your first appointment. We’ll take it one step at a time, and I’m here to guide you through each step of the process.