Associate Therapist, New York & New Jersey

Accepting New Clients

Commitment
Natalia Powell is dedicated to providing holistic psychotherapy that addresses anxiety, trauma, and overall mental wellness. She is committed to fostering therapeutic relationships built on trust, authenticity, and empathy, creating safe spaces for clients to explore their inner selves and achieve lasting well-being.

Areas of Focus
Natalia works with children, families, and individuals, addressing anxiety, trauma, and other mental health challenges. She integrates her experience in child protection and case management to offer a comprehensive approach to client care.

Therapeutic Approach
Natalia’s theoretical orientation is grounded in Carl Rogers' person-centered theory, emphasizing accurate empathy, unconditional positive regard, and building a strong therapeutic alliance. She believes that every individual’s unique family dynamics and environmental circumstances shape their cognitive schemas. Natalia incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and multicultural counseling into her holistic practice. She tailors her approach by carefully assessing each client’s needs, collaboratively establishing therapy goals, and respecting the client’s autonomy throughout the process.

Specializations
Natalia specializes in:

• Anxiety and Trauma: Providing holistic therapy to address and heal anxiety and trauma-related issues.
• Social Justice and Multicultural Issues: Addressing the impact of societal and cultural dynamics on mental health.
• Family and Child Welfare: Supporting families and children through challenges related to protection and well-being.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Wellness Counseling from New York University
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Brooklyn College

Professional Disclosure Statement

• Qualifications: Natalia Powell is in the process of accumulating clinical hours towards her graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling. She serves as an Associate Therapist, operating under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor.
• Supervision: Natalia Powell’s practice is conducted under the guidance of Sherene Henry, LMHC, LPC, NCC (License #012789). This supervisory relationship is instrumental in expanding Natalia’s repertoire of clinical interventions within the field of counseling. It encompasses activities such as case review, discussion, observation through shadowing, and examination of clinical notes. The objective of this supervision is to foster Natalia’s growth into a competent counseling practitioner, enhancing her skills and practical application in the field. Similar to the treating clinician, supervisors maintain the same level of client confidentiality, ensuring ethical and private treatment of all cases.