Tania Lopez-Cepero, MA, LPC, NCC

Biography :

Tania Lopez-Cepero is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). She completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Tampa in Tampa, Florida. Thereafter, she completed her master’s degree in counseling from Northern Arizona University in Phoenix, Arizona. Tania has also received specialized training in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and in Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (ACRA) counseling. ACRA is an alcohol and substance use treatment protocol designed for use with adolescents and young adults. Tania’s practice focus includes working with children and adolescents who are experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, anger, adjustment disorders/coping, fears/phobias, grief/loss, trauma, substance abuse, and behavioral issues. She also assists parents who are experiencing difficulties with their children or teens. Tania is fully fluent in English and Spanish.

Practice Philosophy :

I view counseling as a collaborative partnership between therapist and client. I believe that all children, teens and adults have the ability to reach their full potential if they have a safe environment, expert guidance, and a knowledgeable support system in place. I have worked with children and families in different contexts over the past 12 years, and have consistently enjoyed helping those I work with overcome obstacles in their lives. I use cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT), motivational interviewing techniques (MI), solution focused brief therapy techniques, and other strength-based approaches. I sincerely love my job as a professional counselor, and couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else! Daytime, evening and weekend appointments are available.