Hola! My name is Claudia Vazquez-Carmona, and I am committed to creating safe and inclusive space where you can explore your struggles, develop new perspectives of your difficult circumstances, learn coping strategies and gain deeper sense of self-awareness and empowerment I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Social work from the University of Sacred Heart of Puerto Rico and a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of New England in Maine. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and a multicultural therapist. My approach blends evidence-based techniques such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and Bounce Back the pediatric adaptation of CBITS ( Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in the Schools). At the same time, I enjoy utilizing a Strengths Perspective to foster resilience and self-awareness and I emphasize a collaborative process to meet the unique needs of my clients. Life Circumstances are sometimes difficult and challenging, asking for help is the first step. I am here to listen and work in collaboration with you