Hi! I’m Catherine Cabrera
Owner & Therapist | inner strength counseling, LLC
LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Florida
I’m passionate about empowering clients who often feel trapped in their own minds and overwhelmed by persistent anxiety rediscover their inner strength and excitement for what life has to offer!
I have a special heart for those living with these challenges because I’ve been in their shoes - I’ve felt trapped by my own thoughts and stuck in an endless cycle of overwhelm and uncertainty, and a survivor of multiple toxic and narcissistic relationships. I’m a firm believer that everyone has the inner strength to break their cycle and live the life they strive for.
To do this, I meet my clients where they are. Therapy is a process, and it’s my passion to take the journey with you - one step at a time. To do this, I love bringing creativity, humor, and your personal interests into the therapy space to build on the skills you already have - and yes, you do have them!
I want to help you rediscover your inner strength and support you on your journey. Whether it’s recovering from an eating disorder, navigating challenges in relationships, or managing depression or anxiety - it’s an ongoing process that doesn’t get easier, you get stronger!
Outside of the therapy space, I also love spending time with loved ones, playing games, reading fantasy/romantasy novels, and weightlifting! I also enjoy incorporating humor and pop culture into the therapy space, so bring on the memes!
Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia: #0701013988
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland: #LC15856
Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida (Telehealth only): TPMC5419
my Experience
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Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland
Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida
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I completed my graduate internship working at an eating disorder treatment facility with teens and young adults (~6 months). From there, I began practicing in private practice in 2020 and opened my practice in October 2022.
I work with people across demographics and mental health challenges; however, my specialty is helping people living with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and people-pleasing tendencies to learn how to work with their anxiety, rather than against it, to accomplish their goals.
I also have a passion for helping individuals who have experienced relationship trauma (toxicity, narcissistic behaviors, etc.), as these can often lead to increased anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, insecurity, and disordered eating, to name a few.
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I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Christopher Newport University. During my time at CNU, I began researching the impacts of social media on various mental health challenges, including eating disorders and anxiety.
I then earned my Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marymount University, where I began my clinical experience working with teens and young adults living with eating disorders. I held individual sessions with clients, as well as created and ran multiple therapy groups related to body image, emotion regulation, and helping teens building life skills through the recovery process.
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National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)
American Counseling Association (ACA)
Chi Sigma Iota - Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society International
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Brainz Magazine Brainz Magazine Executive Contributor/Writer
Co-author of multiple books, including My Mess is My Message II, Focus on the Magic, I’m So Glad You Left Me, and Broken Trust, Healing Hearts
Interviewed for Business Innovators Radio
For more details, visit the Media page
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Brainz 500 Global Award Recipient
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"Rediscovering Your Inner Strength -- Exclusive Interview"
Interview w/ Catherine about her approach to therapy and supporting her clients!
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"Using Curiosity & Compassion to Understand anxiety"
Learn about how curiosity and compassion can help you improve your mental health!
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"The power of language in your mental health journey"
Explore how the language you use is impacting your mental health & well-being.
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"Cracking the Code: Exploring the Hidden Messages of emotions"
Your emotions are telling you something, but what are they trying to tell you?
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"Trial by Narcissist: How Narcissistic Abuse Alters the Brain"
Learn about how exposure to narcissism alters your brain chemistry and over time.
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"Making it R.A.I.N: My Top 3 Strategies to Alleviate Anxiety"
Learn and implement my top three anxiety reduction strategies, along with a bonus tip!
Let’s Chat!
Book a free 20-minute phone call with me.