Hi, I'm Paulina, a licensed therapist in Virginia. I work with Gen Z and millennial women who are undergoing major life transitions.

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about me

I seriously love my vocation as a therapist, and draw from personal experience, scientific research, and clinical training and experience to inform my practice. To me, therapy should feel like a real, human connection: warm, supportive and curious.

My style is direct yet empathetic, validating, and open-minded. I create a space where you can kick off your shoes (metaphorically or literally), be totally yourself, and say what’s really on your mind. I We’ll focus on making tangible behavioral and cognitive changes to get you feeling more in control of your emotions.

my clinical training

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Seeking Safety (to address trauma)

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Grief Counseling

  • Crisis intervention in children and teens with suicidal ideation

  • Crisis intervention in adults

Research Assistantships

  • Attachment Theory in Latinx Children (Mother and Child Dyad)

  • The Role that Nicotine Plays on ADHD Symptomology

California License Number 94305

Virginia License Number 0904019369

kind words from former clients

  • “Working with Paulina has changed my life and helped me function more peacefully on a day-to-day level. She has helped me work through my traumas in a very tangible way, and also has guided me with a gentle validation!”

    -Former client (Google review)

  • “I cannot thank you enough for your support the past few years. Moving to Los Angeles was a pivotal point in my life both professionally and personally. Your wisdom encouraged me to learn more about myself and my relationships. Your empathy allowed me to feel free to do so. 

    Through the chaos, thank you for taking sessions from my car, half lit bedroom, and balcony. I am forever grateful for the work that we did and will carry those lessons throughout my life.”

    -Former client

  • “I really appreciate all the work we have done together and feel like I have made so much progress over the last couple years and cannot thank you enough for everything.”

    -Former client

  • “Paulina is a warm, empathetic & genuine person. I was very nervous to start therapy and was worried it was going to be awkward. But she made the whole process so comfortable. Each session was worth my while & she really helped me navigate. I appreciate her & the huge impact she made in my life. Mental health is super important & I hit the jackpot when searching for a therapist. <3 “

    -Former client (Google review)

ready to get started?

1. book a free consultation

I provide free consultations via Zoom so you can get a better feel for our therapeutic connection. Click here to book yours.

2. schedule your first session

After our consultation, I can verify your insurance benefits and we can schedule your first session.

3. begin healing

We’ll meet once a week to work on your goals and establish a genuine therapeutic connection.

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