I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and family of origin issues. My particular passion lies in supporting minorities and mothers through all stages of motherhood, helping them find balance, strength, and peace in their unique journeys.
I offer a therapeutic space built on empathy, compassion, and acceptance. I believe in providing a safe environment where my clients feel heard, valued, and understood. At the same time, I’m committed to helping you stay accountable, ask the hard questions, and work towards real, meaningful change.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my approach is eclectic, drawing from a variety of modalities, with a particular focus on mindfulness and self-compassion to help you center yourself and manage life's challenges.
In our first few sessions, you can expect to build a strong therapeutic relationship, clarify your goals, and begin feeling lighter as you take steps toward your growth. If you're looking for a supportive, nonjudgmental space to work through life's challenges, I’m here to walk that path with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Body image, Communication problems, Immigration issues, Multicultural concerns, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
VA LPC 0701008498
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Petra has been so helpful for my mental health. She has guided me through difficult situation and offered me so much guidance on how to problem solve.
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Petra for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Petra has been an amazing help throughout this journey for me! She listens to understand and offers a safe space to really process your thoughts and get it out into words! She allows me to lead while offering challenging questions about what’s going on in my life and frequently brings a fresh perspective to the conversation. Very easy to get along with! Just know you’ll aways be in good hands with her!
Written on Jun 22, 2021 after therapy with Petra for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Petra makes this process so easy and comfortable for me. So thankful for her!
Written on Apr 05, 2021 after therapy with Petra for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing. She really makes you feel comfortable and very easy to talk with. Has great tools and suggestions. Has helped me a whole lot and it hasn't been that long. She is highly recommended in my book and would tell everyone I know.
Written on Feb 08, 2021 after therapy with Petra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Very easy to talk to, and helps guide conversation well. Really glad to have met her!
Written on Nov 03, 2020 after therapy with Petra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
She has been wonderful.
Written on Sep 25, 2020 after therapy with Petra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue