Good Happenstance Relational Health
I use evidence-based practices to provide Relational Health support for individuals, families, organizations, and communities, and Early Childhood Relational Health Support.
“When you meet the moment, intentions unfold, expectations become invitations and Happenstance welcomes possibility.”
I’m a Brazilian-American raised across five continents; daughter, twin, sister, wife, mother, counselor, advocate, learner, educator.
I believe that moments of connection can be therapeutic. And from that perspective, the change you are longing for might just be a matter of Good Happenstance!
I’m Débora.
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2006 - BA in Community Psychology from DePaul University
2024 - MEd, School Counseling, Certificated School Counselor
National Certified Counselor, 1738806
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate MHCA.MC.70012000
Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist CYMHS 330250
2026 Infant-Parent Mental Health Fellow
Child-Centered Play Therapy with a Neurorelational Emphasis 150 hrs at The PlayStrong Institute
What is relational health and why is it important?
Growth takes place in the context of safe, supportive relationships.
Supportive relationships (with our people, our pets, our environment, our workplace) allow our nervous systems to move to a state of emotional regulation and learning.
Research shows that smaller, relationship-based, and trauma-informed strategies offer stability and emotional containment which are protective and promote resilience- they help us to have more capacity to withstand and face life’s challenges.
With creativity and a little playfulness, we can find opportunities to expand those therapeutic experiences into our everyday lives!
Who is this for?
Your life is complex, your relationships are unique, and your counseling should reflect that. I use my non-traditional background and diverse experience to meet you exactly where you are, without judgment.
Whether you are navigating conflict, healing from past disconnection, or seeking more ease, we will explore accessible ways to improve your life and build on the strengths that you already possess.
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Parent-child relationship support
Infant mental health
Developmental guidance
Consultation
Parent coaching
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Reflective consultation
Staff training
Workshops
Program development
What to Expect
Schedule a free consultation.
We'll talk about your hopes and concerns.
Together we'll create a plan.
We'll build on the strengths already present.
Relational Health Support
Let’s work together to help you lead a happier, more present life! Empower yourself with counseling that is neuro-relational and informed by:
Neuro-Sequential Model of Therapeutics,
Attachment Theory,
Polyvagal Theory,
Interpersonal Neurobiology.
Using:
Attachment Theory
an Interpersonal Neurobiology lens,
we will co-create an experience that will help you to understand and support the unique relationship of twins, and to expand the protective qualities of this profound bond.
Read a reflection ‘On Twins’ in my blog.
Play is the language of the child and the way that they work through life’s lessons.
Child-Centered Play Therapy with a Neuro-Relational Focus to meet your child right where they are.
Caregiver-Child coaching to support relationship.
Learn how to be an attuned, responsive parent. Using:
Newborn Behavioral Observations,
Infant Feeding Scale,
Brazelton Touchpoints,
you will notice the unique ways in which your baby is communicating with you.
““We truly appreciate the care, intention, and heart you bring to your work. Your thoughtful and respectful approach with families, warm interactions with newborns and moms, practical guidance for supporting bonding, and the quality time you dedicate to each family are meaningful gifts.””
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