Licensed Professional Counselor
Pronouns: she/her/ella
Bilingual: English/Spanish
Tati is a queer Latinx licensed professional counselor in the state of Virginia. Her professional focus and passion include working with teens and young adults on topics relating to LGBTQ+ identity and trauma. She also works with parents of LGBTQ+ youth and Latinx parents. Tati uses a person-centered approach with a culturally responsive and trauma-informed lens. She also incorporates mindfulness, parts work, EMD, and cognitive behavioral therapy modalities to assist clients with gaining insight, deconstructing narratives, reducing distress, and feeling empowered to connect with their authentic selves. Tati believes that her role as a therapist is to provide you with support on your healing journey as you discover what already exists within you, make decisions that feel right for you, and create meaningful change that you want for yourself.
Tati completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology at James Madison University and then went on to obtain her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. Throughout her career, she has worked with clients from diverse backgrounds in crisis stabilization units, community agency centers, and outpatient programs. And now, private practice. Tati is available to connect on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for *virtual or in-person sessions in Winchester, Virginia. She is also available for consultation on issues relevant to working with LGBTQ+ youth by request.
*Must be located in the state of Virginia.
She has been a tremendous help with family issues and getting our children organized for success in life. Highly recommend her.
— Mom of three young adults ages 20 – 24“Amy brings together the best emotion-focused strategies with cutting-edge brain science to change the lives of children and families”
— Parent of adopted twin girlsWe read through your website from start to finish and were so impressed by your extensive credentials and training but, the real reason why we want to work with you is your clear enthusiasm for children and families and the wisdom and deep love you share for both!
— Mom of 12-year-old child with special needsAmy knows how to relate to children, and make them feel comfortable . My son was shy at the beginning but Amy asked him a couple questions about what he likes and immediately found the connection to him. He happily followed her in the office (just after a 3 min of conversation) and preformed the test. He wasn’t nervous or scared and it’s bc of her ability to relate to kids.
We had a great experience and he wants to go back! Thank you very much!
— Dad of 5-year-old assessment client
