Ana Maria Paniagua

Feeling disconnected, struggling in relationships, or navigating a major life transition can leave you feeling isolated, especially during college or early adulthood. My focus is on helping you strengthen your connection with yourself and others, build self-acceptance, and create healthier relationships—whether you’re facing relationship conflicts, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, or self-esteem issues. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your challenges, often found in attachment patterns and early experiences, to help you move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions or finding it hard to manage stress, we’ll work together to understand your triggers and develop effective strategies for regulating your emotions. With approaches like DBT and trauma-informed CBT, I offer practical tools for managing distress tolerance, improving communication, and setting healthy boundaries that support lasting change.

If you feel lost or disconnected from your sense of self, our work will focus on helping you reconnect with your body and mind and build self-confidence. We'll explore unhelpful habits and thought patterns, then cultivate curiosity and skills to help you adapt and thrive. I have experience working with college students and young adults, guiding them through transitions like graduation, career changes, and shifts in identity so they can meet life’s demands without losing balance.

Whether you’re dealing with complex trauma, personality disorders, or managing the everyday stress of college life, I believe in taking the time to get to know you and tailoring our approach to fit your unique needs. I also work with couples, focusing on communication, intimacy, and rebuilding trust after ruptures. Our sessions will always include a compassionate, evidence-based approach designed to foster independence and help you openly explore your thoughts and emotions.

Healing starts with connection—first with yourself, then with others. In a world that often feels isolated, let’s work together to create meaningful connections, heal attachment wounds, and move toward a more grounded, fulfilling life. If you’re ready to start your journey, I’m here to support you with kindness, directness, and an unwavering commitment to helping you find your way forward.