My Approach

Building a Solid Foundation for Growth

Creating a life that fosters growth and self-actualization starts with a strong foundation of physical and mental health. By nurturing both your body and mind, you’ll unlock the path to a more fulfilling life. This involves three key pillars:

SELF KNOWLEDGE: Marcel Proust once said, "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes." This insight emphasizes that true discovery often comes from within rather than through external achievements. In therapy, we will focus on enhancing your emotional intelligence and intrapersonal understanding by:

1. Shifting Judgment to Observation – Moving away from self-criticism and observing thoughts and feelings with curiosity.

2. Tuning into Your Body – Understanding how physical sensations connect to your emotions.

3. Embracing Silence – Using stillness to connect deeply with yourself.

4. Mindfulness – Staying present to better understand your thoughts and emotions.

These practices help you grow in self-awareness and emotional resilience.

BODY & MIND WELLNESS: The well-being of your body directly impacts your mental health. We’ll combine movement, nutrition, and rest to create a balanced foundation:

• Movement improves brain function, memory, and emotional regulation. It also reduces stress, boosts mood, and enhances self-esteem. Together, we’ll design a plan to incorporate regular exercise into your routine.

• Rest is essential for stress management and emotional resilience. We’ll work on relaxation techniques, deep breathing, and mindfulness practices to help you unwind and sleep better.

Nutrition plays a key role in maintaining a balanced mood and energy levels. We’ll work on setting realistic nutrition goals, addressing emotional eating, and building sustainable habits that support both physical and mental health.

These combined practices will enhance your overall well-being, boost your energy, and create a positive feedback loop that supports both body and mind.

PURPOSE/MEANING/CONNECTION: Meaningful relationships and a sense of purpose are essential for mental health. Together, we’ll work on cultivating deep connections with others, finding fulfillment in your work, and nurturing your sense of purpose to foster emotional resilience and a more satisfying life.

By focusing on these pillars—self-knowledge, body & mind wellness, and purpose—you can create a solid foundation that supports your growth, health, and happiness.

Credentials

Eva is a compassionate and highly skilled mental health professional with extensive experience in treating a variety of emotional and psychological challenges.

Earlier in her career, Eva developed expertise in domestic violence counseling, trauma resolution and  substance abuse treatment. She worked extensively with individuals in crisis, addressing complex issues. Her experience with these high-impact areas informs her current approach. 

Eva's current practice is centered on helping individuals navigate anxiety, self-improvement, and relationship issues. With a holistic approach that integrates psychological counseling, mindfulness techniques, and self-awareness strategies, Eva empowers clients to overcome limiting beliefs and behaviors, cultivate emotional resilience, and build healthier relationships.

Eva specializes in anxiety management, offering clients tools and strategies to manage their emotions, reduce stress, and reclaim a sense of calm and control. Her focus on self-improvement involves helping individuals understand their emotional triggers, build emotional intelligence, and develop healthier thought patterns. Whether addressing relationship dynamics, communication issues, or personal growth, Eva combines traditional therapeutic methods with Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness practices to create a transformative and empowering therapeutic experience.

By incorporating a holistic approach to mental wellness, Eva supports clients in addressing the mind-body connection, integrating healthy lifestyle habits, and creating a balanced foundation for lasting emotional well-being.

Key Credentials:

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH 10306)
  Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy & Mental Health Counseling, 2010

• Master’s Degree in Nutritional Coaching and Neurobiology

ICNS (Instituto de Ciencias de Nutrición y Salud) y la Universidad de Murcia 2021

• Qualified Supervisor 2013      

• Certified Addictions Counselor  2012

• Certified Clinical Sexologist 2009

Florida Sex Therapy Institute        

• Certified Traumatologist 2008

Green Cross Academy of Traumatology

• Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling
  Florida International University, 2006

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (BS)
  Nova Southeastern University, 2002

Additional training:

• Couple’s Therapy

• Cognitive Behavioral Tools to Address Abandonment Anxiety

• Codependency Master Class

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  Currently Training, 2023 - Present

• Using Neuroscience in the Treatment of Anxiety 

• Rewire the Anxious Brain: Applied
  neuroscience for treating anxiety, panic and worry

• Expert Strategies for Working with Anxiety

• How to Work with Depression

• Working with Core Beliefs of 'Never Good Enough'

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Intensive Training Certificate Course (

• Clinical Hypnosis Skills Training 

• Bringing Your Motivational Interviewing Practices Up to Date

• Issues In Domestic Violence: Motivational Interviewing And Stages Of Change

• Issues In Domestic Violence: Working With Perpetrators Of Domestic Violence

• Clinical Hypnosis With Rapid Trauma Resolution

• Aggression Control: Recognition, Proactive Approaches and Diffusion

• Noxious People: Living and Working with High-Conflict Individuals

• Treating Compulsive Sexual Behaviors

• Sexual Harassment: Identification, Consequences, And Resolution

• Dual Diagnosis Understanding Cooccurring Mental Illness And Substance Use Disorders

• Anger Management Substance Abuse And Mental Health