Yamaira N Perez

My path into counseling grew out of personal experiences that made me deeply curious about how people survive the unimaginable and still find ways to keep going. Over time, helping others tap into their own resilience became something I felt called to do.

When I lost my daughter, Khloe Grace, in 2020, I found myself relying on the same skills I had used professionally—only now they were needed in the most personal way. That season of my life taught me something I carry into every session: grief isn’t something we “get over.” It’s something we learn to carry, and we don’t have to carry it alone.

That loss, and the healing that followed, reshaped how I understand resilience, connection, and the importance of having someone walk beside you through the hard parts of life.

As a counselor, I take an eclectic, trauma‐informed, and culturally responsive approach. I tailor what we do to your unique needs, your identity, and your lived experiences. Humility and respect guide my work—I want you to feel seen, heard, and understood.

I’m trained in a range of evidence‐based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, ACT, Certified Brief STAIR Therapist, Couples and Family Counseling, Sleep, and mindfulness‐based practices. These tools help us explore what’s happening in your life with both structure and compassion.

My areas of focus include child loss, grief, anxiety, depression, marriage and family counseling, eating disorders, trauma, and sleep. No matter what you’re navigating, my goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to heal.

My work is guided by trauma‐informed care and cultural responsiveness. Through an eclectic, strength‐based approach, I collaborate with clients to build safety, foster resilience, and support healing in ways that respect their identities and unique journeys.

I like to start with an introductory session where you can share whatever feels comfortable—your story, what’s been going on lately, and what you’re hoping therapy might help with. You don’t need to have everything figured out. We’ll sort through things together, at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.

My goal is to create a space that feels warm, steady, and genuinely welcoming. A place where you can be open, vulnerable, and honest without feeling judged or misunderstood. I approach our work through a trauma‐informed and culturally responsive lens, paying close attention to your comfort, your boundaries, and the ways your background, identity, and lived experiences shape how you move through the world.

As we continue, we’ll collaborate to build goals that feel meaningful and realistic for where you are in life—whether you’re navigating relationships, identity, school, work, family expectations, or just trying to make sense of who you’re becoming. And we’ll work side by side to help those goals turn into real, sustainable change.

If you’re feeling ready to take that next step, I’d love to meet you. You’re welcome to schedule your appointment whenever you’re ready.