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ABOUT
CompletingYou was born out of a passion for investigating human behavior. Motivated by my life story, I began an incessant search for knowledge of the mind, behavior, healing, and human well-being.​
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During my master's degree, while conducting research in parallel to my academic work, I understood how other factors such as food, sleep, and other habits directly influence mental health. I concluded it is not possible to treat the mind in isolation or solely with conventional techniques. I also understood there are answers that science has begun to have, but are still not recognized in an applicable manner. I believe in the practical importance of faith and spirituality in the healing process, whether physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual.
My current view of therapy encompasses all aspects of the human being. That's why I created CompletingYou LLC, where I holistically work with the individuality of each woman.
We are body, mind, and spirit, and it is within this complex and fascinating healing process that I believe. People are unique, and that's how I see them.
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The sum of our experiences, genetics, and environment shapes us, influences us and certainly contributes to our current self, but it does not define who we are nor who we can be.
We were perfectly created, and as such, we have the ability to change, adapt, and continually develop in all aspects.
Rena Anderson
LIVING ABROAD
I am a mother, wife, and researcher of the human mind and behavior.
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I am Brazilian, naturalized American, and have lived in the USA for over 14 years. Over those years, I have grown to love this culture.
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I am passionate about studying human behavior and the particularities of each one of us!
I know firsthand the challenges, difficulties, and dreams of the foreign woman who goes to live abroad, whether to accompany her husband, learn a new language, look for a new profession, or even search for the much-talked-about American dream.
The foreign woman experiences many challenges in this adaptation process, which vary significantly according to the reality and individuality of each one.
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This transition process can generate or be accompanied by feelings of loneliness, isolation, stress, relationship problems, insecurity, anxiety, depression, and identity issues, among many other problems that can worsen if not properly cared for.
Many women adapt quickly and get involved in the new culture, adopting some habits and customs from that place, while others adapt at their own pace.
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Count on me to help you!
EDUCATION
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Degree in Physical Education (Brazil)
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Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling, with Specialization in Marriage & Family (Liberty University, USA)
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Christian Coach (AACC - American Association of Christian Counseling)
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Positive Psychology Practitioner
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Certified Positive Parent Educator - Positive Discipline
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Clinical Psychoanalyst - Specialist in Religious Trauma Syndrome
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Interpersonal Neurobiology (with Dan Siegel)
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Clinical Hypnosis
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CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) for ADHD in Youth - Beck Institute
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CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Beck Institute
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Emotional Regulation in ASD, level 1
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Childhood Attachment, Stress, and Trauma (AACC)
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The Fundamentals of Identifying gifted/2e children
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Gifted and 2e for parents
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Currently completing Certification in Holistic Nutrition and Autoimmune Holistic Nutrition Specialist
SPECIALTIES
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Personal development
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Self-knowledge
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Self-identity
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Life Transitions
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Parenting and homeschool support for parents of gifted and 2e children
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Consulting for parents of 2e or 2e adults
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Consulting and psychoanalysis for Brazilians living abroad
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Low self-esteem
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Forgiveness
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Self-forgiveness
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Religious Trauma
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Integration of Faith
CONTACT
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