I am Johanna Padilla, an EMDR trained Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (License #127013). In my role as an associate marriage and family therapist, I collaborate with therapeutic partners on their healing, growth, and positive transformation journey. My approach involves effectively assisting folks in gaining insight and self awareness to foster lasting behavioral change. I address various life issues and struggles drawing from a blend of various therapeutic methods and theories for a tailored and comprehensive approach to healing. Here are some of my favorite therapeutic lenses and why I enjoy each:

Psychodynamic Theory: exploration of attachment dynamics and the impact of our upbringing on interpersonal relationships (family, romantic, platonic, friendships, etc). The struggle with boundaries and the negative beliefs about self and importance related to unresolved issues from childhood.

Humanistic Theory: emphasizing personal growth, self-actualization, the importance of the subjective experience, and genuine connection.

Existential Theory: explores the search for meaning and purpose via self-discovery and the quest for identity, authenticity, freedom, and responsibility in human existence.

Attachment Theory: early attachment experiences’ influence later interpersonal relationships and emotional well-being, foster’s a secure base for life exploration and growth.

Feminist Theory: empowerment, choice, self-determination, and social justice. This supports honoring one’s voice, challenging societal norms, and breaking generational patterns.

Multicultural Theory: the role of cultural and familial influences in shaping identity and interpersonal functioning. The emphasis on diversity and cultural context.

Transpersonal Theory: intuition as a guiding force in the journey to self-discovery, manifesting, and interconnectedness of the power of intention.

My natural curiosity and open-mindedness led me to a love for learning and studying human behavior. When I started my own healing, I began noticing synchronicities and energy shifts in observations of self and interactions with others. This curiosity extended to exploring crystals and their energy for healing. As I explored in metaphysical stores, I noticed things started to align, make sense, and come full circle- marking the beginning of my spiritual journey.

Through this exploration, I observed a significant overlap between clinical interventions, spiritual attunement, and intuition. Both paths, in their unique ways, guide and reflect one back to oneself. This realization prompted me to consider: What if healing begins with returning to our authentic selves? What if we are already equipped with what we need? What if the journey is about shedding conditioned beliefs and ego that no longer serve us, supporting movement from mere surviving to thriving?