Antonina Vargas, LMSW
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Couples, Relationships, ADD/ADHD, Family Conflict, Codependency.
Rates: $230 · individual session | $280 · couples session
“It takes courage to recognize when something in your life isn’t working the way you’d hoped. You might be struggling with relationships, life changes, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, or overwhelmed. These feelings often signal parts of ourselves that need attention and care. In my work with individuals and couples, we explore these signals to uncover areas for healing, growth, and meaningful transformation.
I draw from psychodynamic, attachment, and somatic approaches to create a collaborative space. I help couples understand patterned conflicts, deepen communication, and enhance intimacy. With individuals, I support reconnecting with the self and making sense of difficult emotions, always with the goal of fostering insight, resilience, and more authentic ways of living.”
Q & A
How do you describe your counseling style?
My style is collaborative and grounded in curiosity. I pay close attention to what happens between us in the room because those moments offer insight into how you’ve learned to navigate connection, conflict, and vulnerability. I’m deeply interested in your inner world and I aim to be warm, steady, and attuned so that therapy feels like a supportive space for meaningful transformation.
What kind of clients do you work best with?
I enjoy working with people who are curious about their emotional lives, even if they don’t yet have the words for what they’re feeling. Many of my clients are navigating complex relationships, identity questions, or a pull toward a life that feels more authentic but hard to claim–while also trying to break cycles of self-doubt, people pleasing, or emotional overwhelm. They’re often high-functioning on the outside while struggling internally with anxiety, self-criticism, or a sense of disconnection from themselves or others. I work especially well with those who want to feel more grounded and connected in their relationships with others and themselves.
How do you set goals in therapy?
We co-create goals by exploring what relief, clarity, and connection would look like in your life. Sometimes goals are concrete, like reducing anxiety or improving communication with a loved one, and other times they’re more internal, like becoming more curious and less self-critical about your experiences and navigating emotions with greater ease. As therapy unfolds, goals evolve with you. I see planning as a flexible process that honors both where you are now and where you want to be.
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