- Client-centered approach
- Focus on stress and anxiety
- Practical skills and tools
About Natalia
She works from a client-centered stance that treats the person as the expert on their own story. Sessions typically focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. Natalia uses approaches that include cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness skills to address unhelpful thoughts and improve day-to-day coping.
Her practice also draws on dialectical behavior ideas for managing intense emotions and on motivational interviewing to build readiness for change. These methods are applied with attention to relationship issues, self-esteem, and transitions such as loss or major life change. The goal is to help people find clearer choices and small, sustainable shifts in daily routines.
Natalia holds licensure in Tennessee and Virginia and has worked across a range of settings over two decades. She invites people to bring their real concerns about work, parenting, health, and identity into sessions without judgment. Her tone is supportive and focused on what clients can do now.
Therapy begins by listening closely to the person’s goals and strengths. From there she and the client choose practical tools and steps to try, tracking what helps and adjusting as needed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
Virginia, Tennessee
Languages
English
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's priorities. It means Natalia will follow the client's lead and help them name goals and strengths to use in day-to-day life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers concrete exercises to test new ways of responding to stress and anxiety. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers specific tools for managing strong emotions and improving emotional balance.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Natalia will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before to decide which methods to emphasize. The plan can shift over time as the client notices what works and what needs adjustment.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also supports practicing skills between meetings in real life. Licensed professionals can tailor pacing and homework to match a person's schedule and needs, helping therapy fit into everyday routines.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Natalia commonly address?
She works with stress and anxiety, addictions, grief and loss, parenting challenges, mood concerns, relationship and self-esteem issues, and related topics listed in her specialties.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a client-centered approach and combines practical methods like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, dialectical behavior ideas, and motivational interviewing to help people try new coping strategies.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 23 years of professional experience working with people across a range of issues and settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with licensure in Tennessee and Virginia and practices from Virginia.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.