She Heals Within Therapy
What we don’t say out loud — but we carry every day
For women who’ve spent their lives putting everyone else first—this is the space to finally prioritize yourself without guilt.
Our Services
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For high-achieving, first-generation women carrying silent pressure. In this space, we work through burnout, self-doubt, and identity struggles that stem from being “the one who made it.” Therapy helps you release internalized expectations, reconnect with your voice, and build more honest relationships—with others and with yourself.
This is your space to soften, reflect, and grow—without performing.
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Trauma doesn’t always look like what we expect. Sometimes it’s the invisible kind—chronic emotional neglect, cultural shame, or always having to be the strong one. In our work together, we’ll gently explore what shaped you and how those experiences still live in your body and relationships today. I help clients understand their patterns without judgment and begin to feel safe in their own minds again. Healing isn’t linear, but it is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
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You may find yourself overthinking your role in relationships, repeating old dynamics, or struggling to express your needs without guilt. Whether it’s with family, friends, partners, or coworkers, how we relate to others often reflects how we relate to ourselves. In therapy, we’ll explore your relational patterns with curiosity and care—where they come from, how they protect you, and how to shift them. Together, we’ll make space for healthier, more honest connections.
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If you’ve spent your life being the dependable one, the overachiever, the fixer—it makes sense that rest feels unfamiliar and saying no feels wrong. People-pleasing and perfectionism aren’t personality traits; they’re survival strategies. In therapy, we’ll explore where those patterns come from and how they’ve shaped your sense of self. This work isn’t about becoming someone else—it’s about coming home to who you already are, without the pressure to earn your worth.
Schedule a Free 15 Minute Consultation Call
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
Therapy is a personal decision, and it’s important to feel comfortable. This no-pressure, 15-minute call is a space to ask questions, share what’s been coming up for you, and get a feel for whether working together feels like the right fit.
About
At She Heals Within Therapy, Kaela Ason Duarte provides a caring and honest space for high-achieving women of color to explore perfectionism, people-pleasing, and generational trauma. Here, you’ll be seen, heard, and supported as you reclaim your voice and build a life that feels truly yours.
Contact Us
If you’re interested in collaborating, please provide your information, and we will contact you soon. We look forward to connecting with you.