Tania Benacerraf

My communication style

I have outstanding listening skills and focus a great deal of attention on ensuring that my clients feel heard and understood. I am empathic and compassionate, and assume a gentle guiding approach that focuses on evoking from my clients the strength and resources that exist within them to move in the direction of growth and change.

My journey to mental healthcare

I believe in the healing power of connection and that all human beings yearn to love and be loved, to belong, to have a purpose, to feel connected, to be capable, and to have power over their own destiny. I have made it my life's work to partner with others on their journey to obtain them.

My goals for you

I believe that goal setting is a joint process where I partner with you to determine an agreed-upon focus that makes the most sense for our work together. Treatment goals and focus are in constant fluctuation, and regularly revisiting and reassessing them throughout treatment is vital to a successful outcome.

Our first session

My most important task is to demonstrate acceptance and unconditional positive regard so that you feel welcomed and safe in this space. My hope is to lay the foundation for a therapeutic alliance while simultaneously assessing for safety and appropriateness of fit through a gentle exploration of presenting concerns and prior history.

I identify as...

• Female
• Hispanic or Latinx
• Agnostic