Briana
Life can be painful and beautiful at the same time. All depending on how you see it. Together let's explore what you decide to live by.
Welcome!
My name is Briana and I’m a therapist from New York.
New York made me, but Barcelona healed me.
Done with ‘ticking all the boxes’ in New York, I decided I needed to reconnect with myself.
Stepping outside my comfort zone and travelling completely shifted my life priorities and brought love into my life.
After returning to New York for a year I knew the Mediterranean lifestyle was the one for me!
English and Spanish
MA Social Work, BSc Psychology Art Therapy Minor, Integrative Somatic Parts Work Certified
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So, what does working with me feel like?
I offer a calm, warm, professional presence. So you can feel comfortable right away, without judgement.
I build an authentic connection with you. So we can explore together to help unpack and meet new parts of you.
I provide a supportive environment. I am fully present and focused on your wellbeing and goals.
I integrate tools to tailor therapy to you and your goals. Combining Narrative Therapy, Third Wave CBT, Art Therapy, Existential elements, Internal Family Systems and Somatic body awareness, Mindfulness and Breath Work.
Who do I help?
Adult Individuals With a Special Interest in Women's Issues
Unclear Sense of Purpose, Life Direction, Decision-Making, Existential Crisis, Adjustment to Living Abroad, Anger Issues (Mild), Attachment issues, Career redirection and reconnecting with self after life transition, Relationship with Yourself and Others, Emotional Abuse, Emotional Management (Anxiety), LGBTQ+, Perfectionism, Communication Challenges, Sleep Issues (Mild), Stress, Worry, Grief and Loss, Self-esteem, Personal Development, Work Life Balance, Women's Health.
Individual therapy is a voyage toward self empowerment, healing, and balance.
Early experiences sparked my desire to understand human behaviour and how to work through challenges.
Always the go-to person for advice, I had a knack for helping friends gain clarity and peace.
The values of kindness, compassion, and empathy inherited from my Grandma are values I now bring to sessions.
I am passionate about providing others with the support to manage emotions and life obstacles with confidence.
How did I realise my calling in life was psychology?
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details about me as a person
I love using my hands to create something by drawing, doodling, painting, or punch needling.
I’m a thrill seeker! Where there is a zip line or amusement park you will find me yelling from the top of my lungs.
I love to connect with nature on the beach, paddle boarding and hiking.
In my clients own words - therapy with me
Yes, i felt heard and understood. Briana created a really safe space and it made opening up seem easy. Being only the first session, we talked more lightly and on a general note, but i did feel like we focused on the topics I wanted to discuss, and the process felt comfortable. Booking the appointment was easy, and overall it was a positive first experience.
Bri's attention to my specific language usage is something I truly appreciate. She skillfully poses reflective questions that challenge me, prompting deeper contemplation about the issues I working though. This process has been instrumental in fostering a deeper understanding of myself. Additionally, I find Bri's holistic approach to therapy super helpful. She seamlessly integrates guided meditations into our sessions and places significant emphasis on embodiment—an aspect I particularly love. Overall, I believe her therapeutic style aligns exceptionally well with my preferences and needs.
I was really happy with my first experience at therapy. Briana was really approachable and easy to talk to, I felt really comfortable opening up to her and she offered some valuable insights. The booking process was straightforward and the communication from the team was excellent.
Briana creates a very open and relaxed environment, I feel listened to and understood during our sessions.
The waitlist process was well managed and I feel that the overall communication is very good. I'm glad I waited because I think Briana is the perfect fit for me.
Definitely felt heard, understood, and respected during the session. Liked how Briana set the tone with breathing exercises to just fully be in the moment with her.
Love Bri’s calm nature and the focus on the personal goal.
Everything was wonderful, we all felt heard. It was a great first session.
My therapist Briana was very gentle in her approach and the best balm for softening my edges. I was really surprised to notice how much softness I was actually capable of feeling towards myself and it still sticks with me months and months after our sessions together. I was always looking forward to my sessions with anticipation, to have a safe shore where I could simply be myself and be met with presence, softness, kindness and curiosity. It made me walk away more settled in my inner storms, more capable of holding myself in moments of turmoil and more confident in the present moment. Highly recommend working with her, best choice I made for myself even when I was so skeptical when I first began. Thank you Briana!
I feel that we have established a good connection and it's very easy to talk to Briana. I look forward to our next session
My therapist Briana is the best I've ever had. She guided me through hard times and provides extra resource and tools outside of our sessions to keep me on track. I'd recommend her ant therapy barcelona to anyone!
Briana listens and has a full treasure chest of wisdom... she's a wonderful navigator who's guidance in uncharted waters is welcomed and comforting, she provides new tools and tips that can act as maps for me to use in the future. She has really great perspectives to help me reframe my assumptions. I've had a lot of different therapists and she's my favorite. She's so positive and a real asset to Therapy in Barcelona staff and for her clients.
I really like that Bri listens carefully, without judgement, and provides feedback that allows me to see the situation from another perspective. She allows me to take action with her feedback and implements effective activities in our sessions. Even though we have only had 3-4 sessions I find them extremely helpful already.
As an artist who moved to a new country, I’m creating a life that works for me as a creative. I’m looking forward to healing, growing and learning with Bri
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What I love the most about my profession is seeing the excitement, joy, and peace in clients' eyes when they realize that there is a different reality opening to them.
Bri is an English and Spanish-speaking therapist in Barcelona who offers compassionate, evidence-based support for adults and teens. With training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness-based approaches, she helps clients navigate life transitions, and relationship challenges. Bri offers both in-person and online therapy sessions tailored to meet the unique needs of those adjusting to life abroad.
