Natalia Claro
Natalia Claro is completing an MA in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness at New York University, motivated by the belief that brave and compassionate self-exploration enriches our relationships with ourselves, others, and the lives we are building. Her Harvard Graduate Certificate in Human Behavior and Cornell Certification in Wellness Counseling inform a grounded, holistic approach to mental health. Natalia’s therapeutic approach has been shaped by her work at a ranch-based counseling program that integrated talk and experiential therapies, where she witnessed how introspective dialogue and embodied experiences can foster self-awareness, self-esteem, and authentic connection. Facilitating therapeutic writing circles further deepened her appreciation for meaning-making and how evolving narratives shape identity, relationships, and healing. Natalia works with people of all ages navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity development, and major life transitions. She offers a warm, collaborative space where clients can find refuge to explore their experiences with curiosity, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward lives that feel more authentic and aligned with their values. Outside of counseling, Natalia loves venturing into the fresh air to sail or go on forest walks, cherry-picking chapters from her book stacks, and celebrating the rare occasions her novice baking attempts come out right.
Natalia's Counseling Philosophy
I believe healing begins with refuge: a space where every part of us can be met with curiosity rather than judgment. Often, the qualities we criticize in ourselves began as ways of surviving. When we approach them with compassion we create space for insight, allowing us to relate to ourselves with greater authenticity, intention, and self-trust. Over time, those insights become embodied in the way we connect with ourselves, others, and the life we want to build. This philosophy shapes the way I approach therapy. I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Narrative Therapy while integrating experiential and cognitive-behavioral strategies to support your unique goals. Together, we will step into dialogue with the different parts of yourself, helping you understand the roles they have played while reconnecting with your truest Self. We’ll examine the stories that have shaped your experiences, making room for new perspectives grounded in your personal evolution. Alongside this insight, we’ll clarify what matters most to you and develop practical skills that help translate those insights into lasting change in everyday life.
Contact Natalia below to begin your healing journey
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Self-Pay only
$36 admin fee per session (individual)
Please note: Services provided by graduate-level clinical interns are not eligible for insurance billing.