About

Twelve years ago, I was in the depths of addiction, trying to cope with my trauma, when I finally surrendered and asked for help. I was fragile, broken, and lost. I had no idea who I was anymore—and I certainly didn’t believe I was worthy of anything good. Without meaning to, I was repeating painful patterns from the past.

When you go through something overwhelming—whether it’s too much, too fast, or not enough—the past can fracture you. Negative beliefs take hold, and you lose sight of who you truly are. Life can feel out of control and confusing, and the way forward may seem uncertain. 

The good news is: you don’t have to face it alone.  

Together, we can uncover the path that feels right for you. Through more than a decade of my own healing journey, combined with my training as a therapist, I’ve developed a trauma-informed toolkit that we can draw from to create a personalized approach that fits your unique needs. 

I believe our greatest challenges can become our greatest gifts. With the right support, we can begin to find meaning and purpose—even in the most painful parts of our story. This is my life’s work: to help others uncover their gifts, so they can pass those on—instead of the trauma.

- Cristina Bonilla, LCSW