The Empower Approach: Discovering Your Path to Healing and Growth
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At Empower Yourself Counseling, the dedicated team is committed to illuminating your journey towards clarity, guiding you through the process of healing from painful events and memories, and empowering you to embrace change. The team's mission is to facilitate your personal growth by assisting you in unearthing your own path, taking courageous steps, and cultivating positive transformations.
Our mental health counselors collaborate with you to develop treatment plans to pave the way for your success. We understand that a crucial aspect of fostering growth is identifying and addressing unhealthy and recurrent patterns. We empower you to make positive decisions, foster strength, confidence, and resilience.
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Embrace the Journey: Your Sanctuary for Self-Discovery
Empower Yourself Mental Health Counseling is a safe space where you can disconnect from the noise of life and turn your focus inward. The team firmly believes that within you lies the answers to your questions. With a nurturing and secure environment, we offer you the space to connect with your inner voice and embrace. Your journey towards self-discovery is supported every step of the way.
Tailored Guidance for Individual Flourishing
We understand that every individual's path is distinct, and so is their healing process. Our eclectic approach to therapy underscores this principle, shaping our techniques to suit your unique needs. Among the array of therapeutic methods, we find value in cognitive behavioral techniques, which equip you with practical skills and strategies to effectively manage and overcome challenges you may face. Cultural diversity and personal beliefs are embraced wholeheartedly; we approach every individual with respect, ensuring that our clinicians harmonize with your values.
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Together, We Thrive
Empower Yourself Counseling eagerly awaits the opportunity to delve into your individual strengths and wisdom. The journey towards healing and growth is a collaborative effort, and our team is here to walk alongside you. As the path unfolds, we are dedicated to helping you navigate, understand, and celebrate the transformational process. We invite you to take the first step toward empowerment and embark on this journey with us.
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Reach out to us today, as we warmly welcome new clients into our caring community.
LAURA SORIANO
MA, LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
“Yes, I love what I do.”
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a school counselor. I have been in the field for over 10 years.
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I have worked with individuals of all ages. Specifically, adolescents, who have confronted family challenges, life changes, transitions, anxiety and depression.
My students ask, “Ms. Soriano, do you like what you do?” My response is, “Yes, I love what I do.” I am passionate and feel this is my life calling. I feel honored and humbled to have a career that offers me the opportunity and privilege to work with people on a deeper level.
Certificate of Advanced Study, Mental Health Counseling
Alfred University
Master of Arts, Counseling and Guidance: Bilingual School
Counseling, Grades Pre-K-12
New York University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Child and Family Studies
Stony Brook University
Professional Licensure
Licensed in New York State as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), License No. 008263
Licensed in Connecticut State as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), License No. 3865
