De Herrera

De Herrera | Specialist in Mood Disorders, Identity Development, Neurodiversity  & Complex Transitions

LCSW-C 

Insurance: Cigna, UHC, Aetna, BCBS, and Kaiser

Languages: English and Spanish (Bilingual)

Location: Maryland (Virtual)

Specialized in Identity Exploration & Collective Wellness

As a non-binary, queer Latine therapist, I am specialized in helping individuals navigate the profound complexities of identity. My work is rooted in the belief that getting to know oneself and responding to that knowledge with intention can lead to personal and collective wellness. I provide affirming and expert care for those exploring the intersections of ability, gender, race, sexuality, and spirituality. 

Clinical Specialty: Gender-Affirming Care & Relational Expansiveness

I am trained in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals, as well as those navigating ethical non-monogamy, kink, and expansive relationship structures.  I provide surgical evaluations and support letters for gender-affirming procedures. I am committed to reducing barriers to life-saving care and ensuring my clients feel empowered throughout their medical and social transitions. I understand that these identities require more than just "tolerance" from a therapist—they require a clinician who is deeply versed in the nuances of these lifestyles and the systemic pressures that accompany them. 

A Multimodal, Anti-Oppressive Approach

My therapeutic style is curious, playful, persistent and deeply rooted in liberationist ideology. I utilize a sophisticated blend of anti-oppressive practices and humanistic philosophy to help you understand your past and reclaim your present. My toolkit is informed by:

• Internal Family Systems (IFS): To explore the different parts of your internal world.
• DBT & ACT: For building emotional resilience and values-aligned action.
• Somatic & Mindfulness Modalities: To bridge the gap between cognitive insight and bodily healing.
• Cognitive Processing Therapy and TF-CBT: To respond to the impacts of trauma on ones sense of self, others and the world 

Specialized Support for Complex Challenges

I provide specialized care for high-acuity needs, including substance use recovery, co-occurring medical disorders, and trauma. My approach to grief and loss is expansive, recognizing that transitions—whether personal, professional, or medical—require a steady, expert hand to navigate.

Who I Work With

I specialize in working with teens (14+) adults, couples and families. I offer a bilingual (English/Spanish) environment that honors your cultural and individual heritage.

Primary Specializations

• Identity Exploration: (Race, Gender, Sexuality, Non-Monogamy, Kink, & Spirituality)
• Bilingual Clinical Support: (English & Spanish)
• Substance Use & Co-occurring Medical Disorders
• Trauma Recovery & Liberation-Based Healing
• Grief, Loss, & Life Transitions

Beyond the Therapy Room

I’m an avid birdwatcher—my mornings start with the joyful chorus of birds at my feeders. I believe in the power of a great outfit, and you’ll often find me expressing my creativity through ever-changing hair and nail colors. My internal rhythm is set to a mix of Outkast, Hayley Williams, Kali Uchis and Isaiah Rashad.

Let’s build the life you deserve. I am here to help you heal, grow, and thrive.

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