Ariana received her Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling at Columbia International University in 2020. She also received a Bachelor of Arts in Bible and Psychology at Columbia International University in 2017. Her studies focused on integrating the Christian faith with the complexities of the individual’s mind, body, soul, emotions, and life.
Ariana concentrated on Attachment Theory, Family Therapy, and a Trauma-Informed approach as she interned at Family Intervention Services through Richland 2 Schools for a year and a half. She worked with the Hispanic population, primarily focusing on mending and fortifying mother-child relationships. She helped immigrant families process past traumas and work through the anxieties of being foreign in a new environment. She has a desire to work with ethnic minorities, women, and young adults in the areas of building boundaries, establishing healthy relationships, processing family of origin conflicts, talking through faith and identity issues, and alleviating struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or grief.
Ariana is married to her very extroverted, movie-loving husband of six years, and they are currently enjoying their two young daughters. In her free time, she loves playing with her girls and making zoo trips with the family. She also loves watching movies with her husband, listening to a good audiobook or podcast, drinking coffee with friends, and writing stories.
Locations: Forest Acres, Telehealth
Education & Experience:
- MA, Clinical Counseling, 2020, Columbia International University (CACREP Accredited)
- BA, Bible and Psychology, 2017, Columbia International University
- Graduate Level Internship, Family Intervention Services (Richland 2 Schools), 2019-2020
- Disabilities Coordinator Assistant, Academic Success Center (at Columbia International University), 2017-2021
Certifications: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT), Board-Certified Tele-Mental Health (BC-TMH)
Languages: English, Spanish