A Note From Silvana
Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing and personal growth. Whether you are struggling with issues related to relationships, family, conflict, parenting, anxiety, depression, trauma, career, and more, I am here to help you navigate the challenges of everyday life.
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My background includes experience supporting clients across the lifespan, but my current focus is on adults and couples seeking to deepen connection, rebuild trust, and foster emotional intimacy. I provide a safe and affirming space for clients to explore the complexities of life and relationships.
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I believe that true healing happens in the context of a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and mutual respect. In me you will find a compassionate, non-judgmental listener, who validates your pain and celebrates your successes. My goal is to provide a comfortable and safe environment that promotes growth and positive change.
Why I Became a Therapist
Becoming a counselor was my true life’s calling. I have always had a love and talent for helping others, and have been doing it all of my life, even before formal training in the field. Coming to this work after a mid-life career change, I bring to it a wealth of experience and wisdom. This along with my natural ability to empathize and give undivided attention, allows my clients to feel seen, heard, and understood.
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What I am Passionate About
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I am passionate about working with diverse populations. I draw on my own experience as a very young immigrant to help people that may feel marginalized, whether because of ethnic or racial background, language barriers, LGBTQ status, ability, or any other diversity factors. I am accepting of everyone and validate the intrinsic worth of all persons.
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Education & Training:
BA, International Studies, Towson University
M.Ed., School Counseling, Loyola University Maryland
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Emotion Focused Therapy Couples Externship Training (EFT)
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Language:
Fluent in English and Italian
Specialties
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Anxiety & Depression
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Life Transitions
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Trauma & PTSD
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LGBTQ+
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Marital & Premarital
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Family Conflict
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Relationship Issues
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ADHD
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Parenting
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Grief
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Stress
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Coping Skills
Modalities
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Eye Movement
Desensitization &
Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)