Mrs. Luciana Sacramento Aguiar, LPC, NCC, CRC, ET-P
(She/Her)
About Me
I'm originally from Brazil, with an extensive work experience abroad. I'm a multi-lingual Professional Counselor who works with English, Portuguese, and Spanish populations. I am a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and National Certified Counselor.
Education & Experience
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental health concerns impacted by disabilities and chronic health conditions. My mission is to support my clients and their families to improve their quality of life by practicing an integrative approach and viewing individuals from a holistic perspective. I have worked in various settings, including Centers for Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, School-Based Mental Health Services, and Community-Based Organizations. My areas of expertise include Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety, Grief, Adjustment Disorders, Mood Dysregulation, Stress Management, PTSD in Chronic Medical Conditions, PTSD and Trauma, ADHD, ASD, Neurodevelopmental Delay, and Learning Disabilities. I am client-centered and committed to offering an age-appropriate approach; I have training in Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT). I hold an M.S. in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University. To address my clients' needs regarding learning differences and disabilities, I became a Certified Professional Educational Therapist. I also have training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
I am a member of the American Counseling Association, Licensed Professional Counselor Association of Georgia, American Rehabilitation Counselor Association and achieved Chi Sigma Iota Honors.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Autism Spectrum
- Bipolar Disorder
- Brain Injury
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Dementia
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Headaches/Migraines
- Mood Disorders
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Performance Enhancement
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Expats
- Families
- Group
- Immigrants
- Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
Language
- English
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Insurance
- Cigna
- UnitedHealth