Gottman Referral Network

About

My passion for helping others comes not only from my professional experience but also from my own life journey. I immigrated to the United States from Colombia at the age of 17 and worked hard to put myself through college. That experience taught me resilience, perseverance, and the importance of having hope, even during life’s most challenging moments. It also gave me a deep appreciation for the struggles that immigrants and families face as they navigate major life transitions.

I spent over 10 years working at a psychiatric hospital in Chicago, where I supported individuals and families experiencing mental health crises, trauma, and some of the most difficult moments of their lives. That experience shaped the therapist I am today and strengthened my passion for helping people heal from emotional pain.

Eventually, I opened my own private practice, Sunflower Path Counseling, with the goal of creating a welcoming and compassionate space where people feel safe, understood, and supported.

I am a trauma-informed therapist, EMDR trained, and certified in narcissistic abuse treatment. I especially enjoy working with individuals who have experienced trauma, unhealthy relationships, emotional abuse, and difficult family dynamics. I am also deeply passionate about supporting the immigrant community and helping individuals navigate cultural differences, identity, and the challenges of building a life in a new country.

My approach to therapy is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation where you can be yourself without fear of judgment. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every person has a unique story, and I believe that healing begins when we feel truly heard and understood.

Above all, I believe in people’s ability to heal, grow, and create meaningful changes in their lives, even after experiencing significant adversity.