Caroline Roa

Hello! My name is Caroline Roa, and I am a licensed clinical social worker providing a wide array of therapeutic treatments through a trauma-informed lens. Listening to your needs non-judgmentally and supporting you in building hope, purpose, and holistic healing of both the mind and body is my consistent approach as a therapist.

My approach

My approach to providing support to my clients varies to each person's unique experiences, life circumstances, needs, and goals. Through an eclectic but evidence-based approach, I primarily utilize third-wave behavioral techniques such as ACT and DBT. With careful consideration, I also implement body-oriented therapies for those who experience somatic symptomatology that derive from chronic stress, trauma, and repressed affect.

My focus

I am passionate about working with individuals most impacted by various forms of oppression, adversity, and exposure to trauma. Through personal and professional experience, I have also grown most comfortable working with first-gen/immigrant persons as well as those that identify within the BIPOC community.

My communication style

I am a big believer that therapy should be a journey in which clients feel safe enough in our relationship that they can show up as they need to, with authenticity, and with the ease to hold each other accountable. I also appreciate the power of humor and showing my humanity by owning my mistakes and misunderstandings.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been passionate about the way our minds work and marveled at human resiliency. However, my personal experiences and journey have led me to a career in mental health, and I am driven by the ability to relate to others even when there are vast differences.

My goals for you

We are each entitled to the choices we make in our own lives. As your therapist, I’ll buckle up and go along for the ride, and when needed, point out some familiar bumps and gently nudge you towards your chosen path.

My first session with you

First sessions can be invasive and intimidating! My approach is conversational and holistic. Though I will ask thorough and personal questions, my intention will always be to go at my clients' pace and consider their limitations and history.