Xaviera Gomez Pimienta

Master of Arts in Clinical and Health Psychology from Instituto Superior Estudios Psicológicos.
Psychotherapist

Xaviera with her two children
Xaviera with a horse

Xaviera brings warmth and empathy to her work, allowing the therapeutic space to feel safe and comfortable. She is oriented in a multicultural perspective of care and engages in therapeutic work with cultural humility and curiosity. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and blends evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With a trauma-informed lens, Xaviera acknowledges the profound impact of the past on the present and ensures a holistic and tailored approach to each individual’s needs. Her commitment to providing compassionate and expert care sets her apart as a valued resource for individuals navigating the complexities of life.

Xaviera works with adults and young adults navigating the varied stages of life. She has worked with clients experiencing trauma, grief and loss, chronic illness and chronic pain, as well as depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Xaviera also specializes in providing support for a wide range of perinatal challenges, including pregnancy-related anxiety and depression, postpartum depression, infertility and pregnancy loss, parenting stress, relationship changes, self-discovery, and self-fulfillment for individuals and couples during this life-altering period.

With couples, Xaviera utilizes a compassionate and understanding approach, empowering partners to strengthen their connection, deepen intimacy, and improve their day-to-day communication.

Xaviera provides therapy in both English and Spanish.

Key Beliefs:

  • Growth emerges from vulnerability, the willingness to face fears and embrace the unknown.

  • Human connection is both a refuge and a spark for transformation.

  • In honoring our past, we pave the way for a more intentional future.

  • Healing is not linear but a process of rediscovery and transformation. 

More About Xaviera: 

I enjoy cooking, writing poetry, practicing archery, ice skating, and spending time with my loved ones. These activities allow me to connect with my creativity, stay grounded, and recharge

Your Practice Approaches:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Client-Centered Approach

  • Trauma-Informed Care

Your Specialties:

  • Supporting new mothers and fathers

  • Addressing perinatal challenges (e.g., infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum depression) and individuals managing chronic illness

  • Trauma

  • Grief and loss

  • Depression and anxiety

  • Suicidal ideation and self-injurious behavior

  • High-conflict couples

  • Working with individuals managing chronic illness

insurance accepted

Aetna PPO
BCBS PPO
BCBS Choice PPO
BCBS HMO (Site 475 and 489)
Humana

* provides therapy in Spanish and English