In therapy sessions, Tierra adopts a client-centered approach, fostering a safe environment for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. She employs a strengths-based treatment method to identify and leverage each client's inherent resources, empowering them to build self-esteem and resilience. Through active listening and empathetic understanding, Tierra assists clients in navigating challenges such as motherhood, postpartum depression, birthing-related trauma, racial trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. She offers personalized therapy that focuses on self-care, support networks, and mindfulness, helping clients develop effective coping strategies, enhance emotional regulation, and improve overall well-being. Specializing in supporting young adults and adult women of color, Tierra's comprehensive approach promotes self-reflection, resilience, and personal growth, guiding clients on a healing journey toward empowerment and improved mental health.

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Tierra integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, a strengths-based approach, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) into her practice. Working collaboratively with clients, she helps them reframe negative thought patterns and reshape personal narratives. Using CBT techniques, Tierra assists clients in identifying and challenging unhelpful beliefs and behaviors, replacing them with healthier alternatives. Narrative therapy encourages clients to view their lives as stories, enabling them to rewrite these narratives to reflect their strengths and aspirations. By externalizing concerns and separating them from their identity, clients gain a new perspective that empowers meaningful change. This comprehensive process not only helps clients embrace their strengths but also supports them in leading fulfilling lives, confidently overcoming obstacles, and achieving personal growth.

 

From the first session, Tierra works closely with clients, gathering reasons for seeking support and relevant psychosocial history. She creates a safe and supportive atmosphere through validation, offering a non-judgmental space for open exploration. Tierra develops tailored strategies that align with each client’s core values and specific goals, ensuring a personalized and effective therapeutic journey.