Cathy Olivares, MA, LPMHC, embodies a warm and supportive therapeutic style, dedicated to guiding individuals through their struggles. She collaborates with clients to establish concrete goals and actionable steps aimed at overcoming their current challenges, empowering them to embrace positive changes in their lives. With several years of experience in the mental health field across diverse settings, Cathy specializes in mood disorders, schizophrenia, dual diagnosis, and complex trauma and abuse. Her compassionate, direct, and nonjudgmental approach fosters a supportive environment throughout the counseling journey. Utilizing evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a solution-focused strategy, she prioritizes a holistic and consistent focus on wellness. Understanding that the process of seeking help can often feel overwhelming and lonely, Cathy employs a person-centered, holistic, cognitive-behavioral, and multicultural approach in her treatment. She meets clients where they are, custom-tailoring her methods to their unique needs while being attuned to their cultural identities and lifestyles.