Hi there, I’m Mariana (she/her). I believe that part of leading a fulfilling life means giving ourselves the opportunity to heal from our past and find the power within to navigate life’s difficult and everchanging circumstances. My ultimate goal is to cultivate a safe, warm and client centered space. Together, we can process difficult moments and work towards setting and achieving personalized goals and dreams.
Mariana Gomez, MSW, RCSWI
For the woman you are — and the one you’re becoming.
Associate Therapist
My approach to therapy is non-judgmental and client centered. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort between the client and clinician and feel passionate about empowering and celebrating my clients! I am trained in Trauma-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strength and Solution focused counseling ,and stress and anxiety reduction techniques. I may also incorporate somatic exercises and mindfulness into our sessions. Together, we can build your resilience and explore what approach works best for you.
My Approach To Therapy
- Individuals navigating big life changes such as becoming parents, career shifts, relationships and loss/grief.
- Individuals with mood disorders such as PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and OCD.
- Immigrants and children of immigrants who may be adjusting to life in a new country or difficult cultural dynamics.
- Individuals with ADHD, looking to build routine, structure and find ease in completing daily tasks.
- Individuals who are BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ who are seeking a comfortable and non-judgmental perspective.
- Young adults working on self discovery, finding purpose & meaning and gaining self confidence.
- Individuals who have Complex Childhood Trauma.
I love working with:
A session with me typically lasts about an hour. I am a Hybrid provider and offer sessions in person or virtually. Each session will differ depending on your needs. We may take a more structured approach if needed.
During your intake session, we will discuss frequency and scheduling preferences, and you will provide a brief overview of what brings you into counseling. Feel free to snack, journal or bring any fidget that may make you more comfortable!
What a session with me looks like:
Gratitude
I strive to practice gratitude daily with my clients as a form of strength based counseling and mindfulness.
My theraputic Values:
Community
I encourage my clients to lean on their community and find shared understanding with others. None of us exist alone.
EMPATHY
I strive to cultivate empathy and compassion in all my sessions.
Acceptance
Together, we will practice acceptance in a few ways. Firstly, accepting one another as we show up for a session, coming as we are and working together with a shared purpose. Additionally, I believe we must accept some outcomes and circumstances in order to overcome them.
Forgiveness
I encourage forgiveness for self and others as part of overcoming your traumas.
Night
Dogs
Vegetables
Film
Natural
Make it up
Coffee
Mountain
Staycation
Big city
Morning
Cats
Fruit
Books
Makeup
Plan it out
Tea
Beach
Vacation
Small town
Rapid fire Edition
“What is meant for me is already mine.”
Words I live by
License & Education
the credentials
University of Central Florida - Master of Social Work (2024)
Registered Clinical Social Work Intern (Florida)- ISW21027
We know taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming — that’s why we’ve made it simple. When you schedule your free consultation, you’ll connect directly with Alison, our Practice Admin. She’ll take the time to understand what’s bringing you to therapy, answer your questions, and match you with the therapist best suited to support your needs.
Alison will also walk you through insurance details and next steps so you can feel informed, confident, and cared for from the very start.
