Individual Therapy
Expertise:
Trauma-Informed Care
am here to create a safe, non-judgmental space to discuss your concerns.
Do you struggle with constant worry, never-ending thoughts, sadness, lack of motivation, loss of interest, “feeling stuck”, loneliness, low self-esteem, procrastination, feeling fidgety/restless, unable to complete tasks, guilt, constant mood changes, risky behaviors, suicidal ideation, self-harm, or flashbacks from traumatic events?
Maybe a career change or college studies overwhelm?
During our first session we’ll discuss your stressors and needs; along with your expectations (and answer questions) of our time together.
Concentrations:
ADHD (Attention deficit/Hyperactivity disorder)
Anxiety
Bipolar I/II
Co-parenting
Depression
Identity
Life transitions
PTSD
Trauma

I welcome you. 
Let's discuss your stressors and expectations together.
I connect through, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectal Behavioral, Strength’s, Mindfulness, Rational Emotive, and Trauma-Based modalities. 

Shamara Quinonez, LCSW-C

Psychotherapist

Can we have a consultation?

Yes, a free 15-minute consultation is available. It is
intended to establish trust, mutual understanding, and connection for a successful therapeutic rapport.

+Please utilize the "Contact" hyperlink to schedule a consultation.

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What does our first session entail?

In our first session together,  I will conduct an Intake interview which may last up to 1 hour.
During your Intake we will review your paperwork previously received and completed; giving an understanding to your current stressors and "What brought you to therapy?" 
Additionally, we will review varying aspects of your history; up to and including psychiatric, medical, and familial.

I will then follow-up on how I may support your therapeutic journey.

+ Subsequent/follow-up sessions are 45 minutes -1 hour.

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This is your journey...

Where are sessions conducted?

Sessions are held using a HIPAA compliant telehealth (video) platform: Doxy.me.

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Tap hyperlink above to join a scheduled session.

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Why invest in therapy?

Insurances accepted:

I accept all Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carefirst, Aetna (Meritain),  and United Healthcare (Optum).

+Self-pay is an accepted payment.
+Sliding scale available based on individual needs.

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My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.

-Maya Angelou