About Brezia Healing

Brezia Healing was created as a space for calm, clarity, and compassionate growth. The name comes from Brezo, the Spanish word for Heather — a flower that thrives in difficult conditions, symbolizing resilience and strength.

Just like the Brezo flower, your healing journey can flourish even in challenging environments. Brezia Healing represents that gentle, steady resilience — the belief that healing begins quietly and grows stronger with care, patience, and support.

The Meaning Behind the Name

The word Brezia blends Brezo (Heather) and breeze — a soft movement of air that brings renewal and peace. Together, they reflect the essence of this practice:

  • Healing that is gentle yet powerful

  • Growth that happens even in adversity

  • A space where strength and softness coexist

The Brezo flower’s ability to thrive in harsh conditions mirrors the courage and resilience found in every person’s healing process. Brezia Healing honors that journey — one breath, one step, one moment at a time.

My Story & My Passion

With over 16 years of experience, my passion for this work is deeply personal. I grew up in poverty, experienced trauma at a young age, and learned early what it means to survive difficult environments without consistent support. Those experiences shaped my understanding of resilience, and they taught me how powerful it can be when someone finally feels seen, safe, and understood.

As a veteran, I’ve lived through the unique challenges of military life — the transitions, the pressure, the identity shifts, and the emotional weight that service can carry. These experiences allow me to connect with veterans and military families in a way that is grounded, authentic, and culturally informed.

I am also a mother of children with special needs, which has given me firsthand insight into the complexities of navigating developmental, behavioral, and emotional challenges within a family system. I understand the exhaustion, the advocacy, the love, and the hope that come with supporting a child who needs more — and I bring that empathy into every session with families and caregivers.

These parts of my story are not just background; they are the foundation of why I do this work. They taught me that healing is not linear, that people are stronger than they realize, and that everyone deserves a space where their experiences are honored without judgment. Brezia Healing is built from that belief.

My Approach is to Help You Reconnect with Your Strength and Your Story

At Brezia Healing, my approach is rooted in compassion, clarity, and collaboration. I believe healing happens when people feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered to understand their own story. My work blends evidence‑based practices with a warm, person‑centered style, helping clients build insight, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.

I focus on understanding the whole person — their history, strengths, patterns, and lived experiences — while honoring the unique cultural, emotional, and environmental factors that shape their journey. Whether we’re addressing trauma, anxiety, substance use, relationship patterns, or life transitions, I work alongside clients to develop practical skills, deepen self‑awareness, and reconnect with their values.

My goal is to create a therapeutic space that feels grounded, non‑judgmental, and restorative — a place where clients can explore, heal, and grow with support that is both clinically informed and deeply human.

Licenses & Credentials

 

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — Pennsylvania License #CW027504 | Active through February 2027 Issued by the State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors

  • DUI Instructor Certification — Pennsylvania Alcohol Highway Safety Program Approved by PennDOT and the Pennsylvania DUI Association (2020)

  • Honorary Clinical Instructor — Walden University, Barbara Solomon School of Social Work Recognized for onsite supervision and mentoring of MSW students

  • Field Instructor Training: Master of Social Work — Walden University Completed July 28, 2025 | 1.25 CE hours


 

Continuing Education & Specialized Training

  • ASAM Third Edition Training Series — Modules 1–3 Multidimensional Assessment, Service Planning & Level of Care, Introduction to The ASAM Criteria Approved by NAADAC, NBCC, CCAPP, CADTP, CAADE, OASAS, OBLADC, IAODAPCA, NASW‑NC

  • Trauma‑Informed Care Series (Lakeside Global Institute) Trauma 101: Overview of Trauma‑Informed Care Trauma 102: Basic Skills of Trauma‑Informed Care Trauma 103: Recognizing Vicarious & Secondary Trauma for Professionals

  • HIV for Substance Use Disorder Professionals — Pennsylvania DDAP (6 hours)

  • Ethics for Substance Use Disorder Professionals — Pennsylvania DDAP (3 hours)

  • Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse (ACT 31/126) — University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work (3 CE hours)

  • Opioid Overdose Prevention, Recognition & Response — GetNaloxoneNow.org (2026)

  • Telemental Health: An Alternative to Traditional Psychotherapy — Colibri Healthcare (3 CE hours)

  • Postcombat‑Related Disorders: Counseling Veterans and Military Personnel — Colibri Healthcare (4 CE hours)

  • Best Practices with Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Youth and Their Families — Colibri Healthcare (3 CE hours)

  • Suicide Risk in Adults: Assessment and Intervention — Colibri Healthcare (3 CE hours)

  • Communication with Families and Professional Boundaries — Relias Learning (1.25 hours)

Veteran-Owned. Service, Strength, and Compassion - Built into Every Session

Brezia Healing is proudly Veteran Owned and Operated, founded on the same values that define military service — integrity, dedication, and resilience. That spirit of service extends into every aspect of care, offering trauma‑informed, evidence‑based support that honors the courage and strength of those who serve and the communities that stand beside them.

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Telehealth Services Across Pennsylvania

Brezia Healing provides secure, HIPAA‑compliant telehealth therapy services throughout the entire state of Pennsylvania. This allows clients to access care from the comfort of their home, with flexible scheduling and a calm, supportive environment that meets you where you are.

While I serve clients statewide, I primarily support individuals and families in:

  • Carbon County

  • Monroe County

  • Pike County

Telehealth services are available for children, adolescents, adults, families, veterans, individuals with special needs, trauma survivors, and those navigating co‑occurring mental health and substance use challenges.

Whether you live in a rural area, have transportation barriers, need flexible scheduling, or simply prefer the comfort of home, telehealth makes therapy accessible, consistent, and personalized.