Mayrena Guerrero (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

My approach to therapy is structured, collaborative, and focused on outcomes. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify patterns in thinking and behavior that contribute to distress, and to develop practical strategies for change. I work with clients to define clear goals and track progress over time, ensuring that therapy remains purposeful and effective. I am not a hand holder: I am here to help you get things done. At the same time, I integrate an understanding of racial, cultural, and power dynamics, recognizing that many challenges are shaped by lived experience, not just internal processes. I balance validation with accountability, supporting clients while also challenging unhelpful patterns. Whether working with individuals or relationships, my goal is to help clients build insight, strengthen skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Why I Became a Therapist

I am an immigrant from Dominican Republic. I grew up without any awareness of mental health-related issues. It was just something we never spoke about. That is still true in many countries and even in pockets of the United States. If I had grown up with an understanding of the importance of caring for my mental health I would have been better served by my various communities. Now I am looking to provide the guidance, knowledge and support I wish I had, hoping to make this journey called life much easier for others, specially for my people: The BIPOC, LGBTQ+, immigrants and first generation folks of the world.