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Poalima Counseling, PLLC is a private counseling practice founded by Petya Pacheva, a licensed therapist with extensive experience in the field. Our mission is to provide high-quality, individualized mental health services to adults in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment. Our approach is centered around empowering individuals to take control of their lives, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals.
Our Services
We offer a range of services designed to cater to the unique needs of each client. Our services include mental health counseling, assessments and screenings, treatment planning, and referrals. We also provide solution-focused brief interventions, individual therapy, and collateral collaboration. In addition, we offer supervision services, including individual case consults for providers, quality audits for agencies, and oversight of setting up a practice.
Our training and education services include lectures and workshops on various topics, such as co-occurring disorders, addiction, and mental health considerations for first responders and correctional staff. We also provide training on working with special populations, codependency, and our unique approach to therapy.
Our Approach
At Poalima Counseling, PLLC, we believe that every individual has the power to originate and assert their own legacy with integrity, mindfulness, and authenticity. Our approach is centered around empowering individuals to take control of their lives, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals. We believe in fostering a supportive and non-judgmental environment that promotes growth, self-awareness, and personal development.
Our Principal
Petya Pacheva, our founder and principal, is a licensed therapist with extensive experience in the field. She has worked with underserved communities in various roles, including co-occurring disorders counselor, jail liaison, and county designated chemical dependency specialist. She has also served as a clinical supervisor and behavioral health manager. Her unique approach to therapy and her intuition have allowed her to develop a compelling approach to counseling.
Our History
Poalima Counseling, PLLC was established on July 7, 2017, with the goal of providing high-quality mental health services to adults. Our name, Poalima, is derived from the Hawaiian word for Friday, which holds a special significance for our founder. We are committed to providing exceptional services that meet the unique needs of each client.
Overview of Counselor Petya's Reviews
Excellent Professionalism and Empathy
Counselor Petya has received an overwhelmingly positive response from her clients, with all reviewers giving her a 5-star rating. The common thread throughout the reviews is Petya's exceptional professionalism, empathy, and patience.
Key Strengths
- Petya is described as knowledgeable, experienced, and compassionate, making her clients feel comfortable and understood.
- She is praised for her ability to listen actively and provide guidance that is easy to understand.
- Her patients appreciate her non-judgmental attitude, making them feel at ease during their sessions.
- Petya's expertise in various modalities, including chemical dependency, is highly valued by her clients.
Personal Qualities
- Petya is described as calm, understanding, and respectful, with a great sense of humor.
- Her patience and empathy have been instrumental in helping her clients navigate challenging situations.
- She is commended for being an excellent listener and for providing insightful perspectives.
