Dr. Athena Dacanay, a licensed psychologist with a PhD, specializes in providing psychological treatment for children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating significant life changes and coping with anxiety and depression. With a keen understanding of behavioral planning, Dr. Dacanay adeptly assists individuals in recognizing, identifying, and transforming debilitating thought patterns, enabling them to take empowered actions during challenging life events. Her commitment to fostering understanding and collaboration among family members fosters deeper connections and resolution, particularly with younger individuals and adolescents. As part of her comprehensive approach, Dr. Dacanay conducts various forms of psychological testing including pre-surgical evaluations, psychoeducational assessments, and personality testing, alongside her robust psychotherapy practice. She strategically employs an integrative mix of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance-based techniques, and strengths-based methodologies. Additionally, Dr. Dacanay has completed advanced training in Gottman Method therapy (Level 3) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), further enhancing her ability to provide effective and compassionate care.