Hello! I am looking forward to working with you through BetterHelp to reach your goals!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned my Master of Social Work from the University of West Florida. I have a passion for working with people of all ages, to include adolescents, adults, and the aging population. I have been fortunate enough to work in a variety of settings that have allowed me to grow my skills working with these different age groups. I have spent many years working with adolescent girls and young women in building self-esteem, healthy coping and communication skills, and building healthy relationships. I have experience working with adults who are having difficulty navigating interpersonal relationships or struggling with anxiety, depression, and adjustment to life changes. I am also uniquely experienced to particularly work with individuals who have advanced-stage cancer diagnoses, as I have a background in Oncology, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Additional populations I enjoy working with are those who identify as LGBTQIA+, active duty military, and veterans.
My therapeutic style is warm, encouraging, trauma-focused, and person-centered. You are the expert, and I am here to walk alongside you on your journey to new awareness, skill-building, and goal attainment. I typically approach sessions with a Solution-Focused Therapy or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy style. Depending on the specific needs of the client, I may utilize other modalities. I enjoy implementing mindfulness and reflective techniques where appropriate, and I enjoy helping my clients implement holistic practices into their lives in addition to therapy. I incorporate expressive and narrative therapy techniques as creative ways to engage clients. I want to create opportunities that allow my clients to build upon the strengths they inherently have but sometimes struggle to recognize.
I am constantly seeking new opportunities to learn new techniques and further my own education so that I can better serve my clients. The therapeutic relationship is vital to our success, and it is my responsibility to continually hone my skills so I can stay fresh on what benefits people the most. I look forward to working with motivated, engaged individuals who want to take steps in a positive direction but may need some help taking the first one!
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Anasuya Gutierrez. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Ana has been amazing and I will miss working with her as she leaves the platform. She has always made me feel heard and helped me to see the ways in which I need to work on things. I really appreciated everything about her!
Written on Mar 05, 2023 after therapy with Anasuya for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Great
Written on Jun 17, 2022 after therapy with Anasuya for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I've tried other counselors, but I always come back to Anasuya. She responds quickly and thoughtfully to my questions and concerns over text, and our video sessions are fruitful. I feel like she genuinely cares and is good at her job. She's always professional, yet personable at the same time, and always understanding of me and my concerns. I highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 08, 2021 after therapy with Anasuya for 9 months on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Ana is a great mix of honest, funny, and direct. I look forward to our sessions and walk away with a plan of what to work on in line with my goals.
Written on Jan 10, 2021 after therapy with Anasuya for 3 months on issues concerning lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and compassion fatigue
Talking with Ana is like talking to a friend, but with a better insight on emotions than I could even begin to be like. I appreciate her promptness when I have questions. I am only in the beginning stages of counseling, but I feel a little better every time.
Written on Sep 25, 2020 after therapy with Anasuya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Ana has a relaxed but engaging counseling style which makes for comfortable, low stress counseling sessions. She is adaptable and seems genuinely interested. Would definitely recommend her.
Written on Aug 27, 2020 after therapy with Anasuya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and coping with life changes