Paula Averruz-genie

Paula Averruz-genie is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist Intern who dedicates her practice to supporting individuals battling emotional challenges, particularly those experiencing Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), trauma, and PTSD. With a focus on preteens, teens, and adults, Paula understands the complexities of difficult interpersonal relationships, fears of abandonment, and feelings of emptiness that many face. She recognizes that her clients often struggle with distorted beliefs about their worthiness, stemming from past attachment injuries and invalidation. Paula specializes in assisting those with complex PTSD, anxiety, and depression, establishing strong rapport with individuals enduring attachment struggles and self-harming behaviors. Furthermore, she values the importance of working with couples who are navigating harmful dynamics and communication issues. By integrating evidence-based modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Paula is committed to providing tailored therapeutic assignments that promote measurable progress. As a dedicated LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, she offers her services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and strives to walk alongside her clients on their journey toward finding meaningful connections, recovering hope, and developing healthy relationships.