Taina Perez(She/Her/Hers)

Taina Perez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Newark, NJ. Many clients work with Taina when experiencing anxiety or depression, especially after traumatic experiences. They find her kind, empathetic nature helpful when facing postpartum depression, relationship issues including infidelity or divorce, or addressing childhood trauma.

Taina’s approach to therapy draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). These thoughts-based therapy modalities use evidence-based techniques that help clients develop effective coping strategies in the face of distress. Taina’s therapy services are trauma-informed, meaning she strives to establish safety in her sessions, so clients feel comfortable processing through painful memories or emotions. Sessions are tailored to the unique needs of each client, and Taina’s goal is to help clients find useful insight into their thoughts and feelings.

Taina earned a Master’s degree in Social Work and has over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Her passion for helping others centers around seeing clients identify their innate strength and feel empowered to be resilient, even in the face of challenging circumstances.