Dama Perez Therapy

"Here’s the cycle. Let me lay it all out for you. I have been dealing with clinical depression all my life. There were internal factors about myself that I couldn’t change and external factors about my life that were out of my control, so I felt like I was doomed to be depressed forever. I tried to distract myself with video games, food, drugs, etc. These made me feel good for a time, but they were just coping mechanisms, not solutions. So I decided I needed to see a therapist. There are many options to choose from, and often taking the first step itself can seem quite daunting. It’s for this very reason that I’m glad I decided to see Dama. She has helped me in ways I didn’t even think were possible. It isn’t until you see someone as professionally trained as Dama is that you begin to understand what things in life are serving you and which aren’t. It’s no secret that depression is at an all time high with Millennials. Many people still live with their parents and are single. An epidemic of loneliness is sweeping the country, and many are turning to unhealthy means in order to deal with the pain. Myself personally, I had highly self-destructive tendencies, and believed I would never get better. My entire family could see how miserable I was, and it was causing serious problems in my relationships with people. A therapist is not there to magically cure your depression, but what a therapist CAN do for you, and what Dama did for me, is help guide me onto a path of self-improvement. She helped me become the person I always wanted to be and gave me the tools to survive the worst parts of myself attempting to drag me back down with them. We all struggle with mental health to a certain degree, and I cannot stress enough how important it is to seek professional help with this. I used to think that therapy was for people who were not strong enough to deal with their own problems. After all, isn’t therapy basically just someone you pay to sit there and listen to all your problems? How wrong I was. It wasn’t until I actually went to therapy and explained everything that’s troubling me that I realized that she had already mapped out what I was dealing with because other people have dealt with the same thing before. I was not as alone as I thought I was. Every problem that seemed so enormous and uncontrollable before seemed a bit more manageable now, and in our fast-paced, high maintenance world, being able to have a captain to steer your ship in the right direction is invaluable. Dama is a fantastic therapist and asked all the right questions to get to the root cause of my issues. She has illuminated a path before I never thought was possible. I’ve been seeing her for about 8 months now and she has been nothing but a delight. She is a genuinely sweet person and I can tell she actually cares about helping me with my problems, she isn’t simply just doing her job. It wasn’t until I made substantial efforts to improve my life and my health by figuring out the source of my depression that I started to actually make positive changes in my life. I still see Dama to this day and will keep doing so for the foreseeable future."

"I could not recommend Dama enough!! Her empathetic listening, thoughtful insights, and personalized approach has significantly contributed to my emotional well-being. She has created the most comfortable environment for me, where I feel heard and understood, which has fostered a strong level of trust. She is so committed to the goals you have for yourself and her expertise in the field truly shows. I highly recommended Dama for anyone seeking a supportive and skilled therapist - she’s the best!"

"I have had the pleasure of working closely with Dama Perez for quite some time now, and I must say, her dedication and professionalism never cease to amaze me. As a colleague who shares clients with her, I've had numerous opportunities to witness her expertise in action. Dama consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of service. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and she approaches every task with a meticulous attitude that truly sets her apart. Whether it's addressing client concerns, providing insightful recommendations, or executing complex projects, Dama's commitment to excellence shines through in everything she does. What truly stands out about Dama is her unwavering dedication to her clients' success. She takes the time to understand their unique needs and circumstances, and she tailors her approach accordingly. Her ability to build strong, trust-based relationships with clients is truly commendable and undoubtedly contributes to the positive outcomes we achieve together. Moreover, Dama's collaborative spirit makes her a joy to work with. She is always open to feedback, readily shares her expertise, and actively contributes to our team's success. Her positive attitude and willingness to lend a helping hand make her an invaluable asset to our organization. In summary, I cannot recommend Dama Perez highly enough. If you're looking for a dedicated professional who will go above and beyond to deliver exceptional results for your clients, look no further. Dama is a true standout in her field, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to collaborate with her."

"This review is long over due! My boyfriend (now ex boyfriend) and I started going to Dama for couples therapy in the spring of 2022. She was his choice as a therapist. He had recently completed rehab and we were having relationship issues with sobriety and relationship goals. One of the issues I found from her treatment not only was she willing to continue therapy with someone who is an addict. Which wasn’t one of the areas that she has experience in. I actually believe that her approach was damaging and one of the major reasons our relationship came to an end. When you are in a relationship with an addict you are conditioned to being gaslight, manipulated, and taught not to trust your instincts. As an addict you can go into a therapist and say all the right things to have your partner look crazy. If you do not have experience in dealing with addiction and addicts as a therapist then it does more harm than good to treat someone out of your field of experience. She wanted to focus more on the emotional side of the relationship when we were really struggling on the open communication and trust aspect that comes from years of being lied to. Plus the fact that he wasn’t completely sober. I believe as a therapist she allowed him to run the couples therapy sessions. After seeing her for several months they ended the counseling sessions when I was out of town. I reached out to Dama to see why the sessions were canceled and she literally didn’t even return my call or text. She couldn’t be bothered to have a conversation, even though I had signed patient paperwork with her as well. As couples if you value your relationship especially if one of you struggle with addiction you need a therapist who specializes in that area. Don’t waste your time with this therapist! I wish I would have known then what I know now."

"Highly recommend Miss Perez for therapy. I originally came in looking for ways to improve my overall mental health. Ive been consistently seeing Miss Perez for a couple years now and shes been a tremendous help to me. I feel I gained alot of insight with every session. I feel Miss Perez is professional, kind and insightful. Ive felt comfortable sharing deep things with her that I honestly needed help with. I am grateful to be at the point where I am not needing therapy as much. However, with future significant life decisions I still want to schedule future appointments because of the trust I have built with Miss Perez."