CultUral and GENDER AFFIRMING CounselLing
Compassionate counseling for personal growth and healing.
TELE-HEALTH Therapy for Neurodivergent Teens and Adults
I’m Fraiba — a culturally affirming therapist who gets how heavy it feels to constantly shrink yourself for others, at the cost of your own needs.
You’ve always been the strong one — the high-achieving “good girl” who gets things done no matter what, even when you’re falling apart inside. As a former “keep the peace” good girl, I understand how hard it can be to first have needs and then actually voice them.
If you grew up in a household where there was no space for feelings or emotions, big or small, you might now feel lost about what to do with the emptiness inside. If you find yourself saying yes constantly, without truly considering your own needs, hoping that more achievement will finally fill the void — it’s time for us to have a chat.
For my burnt-out, talked-out parents and caregivers who feel like you’ve tried everything and are still unsure how to help your child — I see you.
With over a decade of experience working closely with teens and families facing complex mental health challenges that impair daily functioning, I understand how taxing it is to feel drained and helpless in supporting your child’s needs and emotions. It’s so hard to watch your child struggle and feel unable to offer effective tools.
That’s where I come in — let’s talk.
My Approach
My approach is deeply rooted in the power of connection. I believe meaningful change happens in spaces where we feel heard, valued, and even share a little laughter.
You are the expert of your own story — I am simply the guide along the way. Together, we will work to interrupt the harsh inner voice that keeps you stuck and robs the joy from your daily life. We’ll take the time to carefully build tools and skills that truly feel useful, helping you get back on track to experience joy again — or perhaps for the very first time.
I incorporate a variety of evidence-based strategies, tailored to what works best for you.
When working with teens and families, my approach is similar to my work with individuals. I begin by seeking a clear understanding of your family’s needs, then create a path forward to repair and strengthen the family unit as a whole. I offer personalized, evidence-based strategies that support both your child and family, ensuring everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.
I am also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based trauma treatment modality designed to help people work through painful memories, stress, and overwhelming emotions in a gentle and efficient way. Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART uses simple eye movements (similar to following a hand moving back and forth) to help the brain “reprogram” how distressing memories are stored.