Giselle Folgar

With 6+ years of experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, I specialize in helping clients develop practical tools to manage their symptoms and build confidence in their ability to cope. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns contributing to their anxiety. Through CBT, I work with clients to develop strategies for managing both the physical and mental aspects of anxiety

I work with individuals healing from historical and intergenerational trauma using talk therapy or with EMDR. I help clients process past trauma, identify how it has affected their lives, and break generational patterns of pain. My approach fosters resilience and healing, empowering clients to reclaim their sense of self and move forward with hope and strength.

I help clients overcome depression by using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address negative thought patterns and increase engagement in positive activities. With over six years of experience, I assist clients in understanding the root causes of their depression and develop actionable strategies to break the cycle of hopelessness, build self-worth, and find meaning in life again.

I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With over six years of experience, I work with clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop coping strategies, and reduce physical symptoms of anxiety. My goal is to help clients regain control over their thoughts and feel more confident in navigating anxiety-provoking situations.

EMDR is a trauma-focused therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from distressing memories. It uses guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional charge. EMDR is effective for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and other trauma-related conditions. It helps clients integrate traumatic experiences, enabling healing and resolution of past emotional pain.

DBT is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including mood disorders and self-destructive behaviors. DBT focuses on accepting and validating emotions while also learning skills to manage them more effectively and improve relationships.

CBT is an evidence-based therapy that helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors. It focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and aims to replace unhelpful thinking with healthier, more realistic beliefs. CBT is effective for treating anxiety, depression, and many other mental health concerns, empowering clients to develop practical coping strategies and improve emotional regulation.