Hi, I’m Ericka, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor certified in Play Therapy. I offer in-person therapy in Oviedo, as well as video therapy anywhere in Florida.
In my practice, I often see adults, adolescents and sometimes children who have encountered various challenges, such as loss, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adoption and trauma.
I also have experience helping cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. If you’re faced with a devastating diagnosis, I invite you to talk with a therapist that can help you transition to this new life filled with uncertainty, body image, complex feelings, fear, anxiety and depression, and any other challenge that you may be facing.
I am a heart-centered, humanistic integrative therapist. Which means all your parts are welcome and I will listen to you without judgement. My area of focus includes adoption-related experiences, trauma, complex trauma, dissociation, depression, anxiety, mood disorder, life transitions and grief and loss.
I was born in Brazil and I speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. I view my clients through the lenses of connectedness, self-healing, unconditional positive regard, and compassion. I am a holistic practitioner using theoretical beliefs found in Person-Centered, Adlerian and Gestalt counseling. I will create a plan for your therapy goals that is tailored to your needs, and will do this kindly, while being present with you in the moment.
You should know that I my goal is to create a safe environment for everyone I see. My office is affirming of all sexual orientations, and gender identities, as well as cultural background and beliefs.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) and went to earn my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, which I received from Stetson University in 2019. I am certified in Sand Tray, Expressive Arts, Adoption Competence and Play Therapy, as well as Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , which I can utilize in sessions with clients of all ages.
I utilizes expressive arts in my interventions helping clients find expressions beyond words and fostering connection, growth, development and healing.
I was raised in the coast of the Northeast of Brazil. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, being outdoors, and creating art!
I hope to hear from you soon.
Hugs,
Ericka