Anastasia Mercado

My communication style

Sessions feel like a thoughtful exchange, where you're encouraged to speak freely and feel truly heard. I listen deeply, ask curious questions, and offer reflections that help you connect the dots in your own life. I aim to create a space where you can be yourself and feel comfortable exploring whatever comes up.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path has been shaped by supporting individuals in moments of vulnerability, strength, and transformation. I've worked with adults facing housing instability, military families, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals in crisis. These experiences cultivated a profound love for advocacy and a belief that healing is possible.

My goals for you

I offer a warm, understanding, and deeply supportive space where your goals become the heart of our work together. I collaborate with you to clarify what healing, growth, or change looks like, then tailor our sessions using person-centered methods. My approach is flexible, attuned, and focused on building momentum in a way that feels authentic.

Our first session

Your first session is designed to be grounding, gentle, and collaborative. We'll explore what brought you to therapy, what you'd like to work on, and what goals feel meaningful to you. There's no pressure to have it all figured out. This is your space, and I move at your pace.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White