Amaranta Penate-Marty , LPC

Amaranta Penate-Marty is a bilingual, bicultural psychotherapist who approaches her work as a calling rather than just a job. She helps people discover how patterns of thinking shape emotions and behaviors, and she guides them toward healthier, more satisfying ways of living through thoughtful, evidence-informed care. As a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, she draws on extensive training in trauma, depression, anxiety and other mood and personality concerns, as well as grief and substance abuse, to tailor treatment to each person's needs.

Growing up between North American and Hispanic cultures gives her a deeper understanding of how language and cultural differences can affect communication and relationships in couples and families. That perspective informs her work with individuals and loved ones who face cultural or linguistic barriers. She treats every person as an individual and adapts clinical tools to fit each person's situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Amaranta believes counseling is for people who want change and offers a stance of unconditional acceptance as a foundation for growth. Her compassionate, practical approach focuses on helping people build insight, develop coping skills, and make meaningful changes. She looks forward to the opportunity to begin this work with those who are ready to take the next step.

How Amaranta Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Amaranta often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT techniques to teach skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress when situations feel overwhelming. Mindfulness Therapy is another core element of her work - it involves simple practices that increase present-moment awareness and can support emotional regulation and resilience.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Amaranta works with each person to explore goals, preferences, and how different methods fit their situation, and she adjusts interventions over time to find the best path forward together.

Online therapy with Amaranta is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to access help from different locations. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care and adapt to what works best for each person, enhancing convenience and ongoing engagement.