Therapists

Meet Our Team

Research shows that the number one predictor of therapeutic success is the nature of the client/therapist relationship. While it is crucial you choose a therapist who is well trained and has experience in the area in which you’re struggling, that’s only part of the story. Working with a therapist with whom you connect to, can significantly influence the course of treatment.

The Center for Therapeutic Change offers a diverse team of professionals who consist of Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Workers and Professional Counselors. We utilize resources in the community for medication consultations and psychological evaluations.

James Amarante, MS, MS, MSW, LPC

James Amarante is a behavioral health professional with a diverse yet integrated skillset. As a psychotherapist, James uses his extensive training in trauma-informed, harm reduction, relational psychoanalytic, and evidence-based approaches to help clients heal, grow and accept the sometimes frustrating pace or limitations of change.

As a director and adjunct professor, James is committed to empowering people and fostering curiosity, employing principles of non-hierarchical leadership and mutuality to drive personal and professional growth. James is committed to integrating the principles of social justice throughout his many roles and believes that doing so is dependent upon leveraging the power of curiosity and mutuality across relationships.

Daniela Flores, MS, MS, LPC

I am a bilingual (Spanish, English) Licensed Professional Counselor with graduate degrees in counseling and psychology and have received postgraduate training in several psychotherapeutic approaches, including psychoanalytic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed psychotherapy.

I have over 10 years of experience working family and individual care agencies and private practice with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a diverse set of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, family conflict, school problems, ADHD, developmental disorders, oppositionality, self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, gender and sexuality issues, multicultural and acculturation issues, social vulnerability, chronic illness, personality disorder, and psychosis, among others.

Andrew Irrera, MS, LADC

Andrew has been working in the behavioral health and addiction field for 15 years. He has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has worked in several populations including, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, eating disorders, addiction disorders, juveniles, and LBGTQ individuals. He has worked with adolescents and adults. Andrew has experience with different treatment modalities including, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. The focus is to ensure that the client feels safe and understood when they come in for counseling.

He has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked in several populations including, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, eating disorders, addiction disorders, juveniles, and LBGTQ individuals.

“My style and approach are also tailored to the client’s needs and comfort level. My expertise in the field affords me the opportunity to utilize multiple techniques, skill sets, and evidenced based approaches that is suitable for the client to work on while in session and outside of therapy.”

Lia Campos, LCSW

Ms. Campos received her bachelor’s degree from Hampshire College in Amherst. She then attended New York University, where she earned her master’s degree in social work. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults, treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, questions of identity, and the residual effects of trauma. She is bilingual and speaks English as well as Spanish.

When it comes to treatment methods, Ms. Campos incorporates multiple theoretical models, including attachment-based, trauma-focused models, cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as mindfulness-based treatments. Her patients find comfort in knowing that her primary goal is to help them regain control of their happiness.

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Ziara Kurys Cardona, PsyD

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Psychologist vastly trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), but I also employ interventions derived from many theoretical orientations including mindfulness, trauma-informed psychotherapy, and client-centered therapy, among others. I strongly believe that treatment should be tailored to each individual’s needs and by integrating multiple modalities therapy can be adjusted to fit those needs.

I have over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I work primarily with individuals who experience problems with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, career related stress and acculturation issues. I welcome your call to answer any questions you may have or to make an initial appointment. We offer teletherapy to support you on your way to healing through these challenging times.