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Olga Mariana Swenson
About
Hi there, I'm Olga Mariana and I can't wait to meet you. I can imagine it might be a bit overwhelming and scary navigating through all of this and I am glad you are here. I live in California and am licensed in California. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life and take the first steps towards bettering ourselves. I am here to support, encourage, be a cheerleader and empower you in that journey.
My motivation for working with autistic adults is rooted in the genuine feeling of finding fulfillment in seeing people grow, seeing them flourish and becoming the individual they want to become. My goal is to be available and be a support that we all need in our lives. We all need someone on our side, a positive motivator, someone we can go to bounce ideas, help problem solve and navigate through our day to day.
I blend elements from different approaches and tailor treatment to your needs. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT) and some skills from Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Each approach has unique benefits. My communication style is one where we will use a therapeutic approach along with a strength-based approach and an encouraging environment. We will learn to believe in ourselves, speak up and challenge negative thought processes and use humor to create a relaxed, comfortable space where we can feel at ease.
