I'm a therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. My work centers on creating a safe, affirming space where you can explore your authentic self and build meaningful connections.
I specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ clients, individuals navigating trauma and grief, and those working through depression, anxiety, and stress. I'm particularly passionate about helping clients address isolation, communication struggles, and questions around life purpose and self-worth. My approach is deeply informed by cultural responsiveness and an understanding of how identity, discrimination, and systemic barriers shape our experiences.
I draw on evidence-based practices to support you with concerns including attachment issues, mood disorders, panic, obsessive-compulsive patterns, posttraumatic stress, and substance use challenges. I also work with clients facing major life transitions, such as divorce, pregnancy, caregiving responsibilities, and end-of-life concerns, as well as those exploring sexuality, gender identity, and alternative relationship dynamics.
My therapeutic style is collaborative and person-centered. I believe in meeting you where you are, honoring your unique story and strengths, and walking alongside you as you move toward healing and growth. Starting therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to support you on this journey.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Young adult issues
VA LPC 0701016137
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This is my first time stepping into the therapy world since I was a kid. Ms. Sierra truly listens. She takes the time to understand. She takes the time to see and relate. Thank you Ms. Sierra the absolute best!
Written on Oct 01, 2026 after therapy with Sierra for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
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Written on Sep 27, 2026 after therapy with Sierra for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management