Languages
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Location
In-person (SW Portland) and telehealth (Oregon residents)
Works with
Children, Adolescents, Teenagers, Adults, Families
License
CSWA A18063
Supervisor
Ashley Oakes, LCSW (L11990) and Nahomie Guillaume, LMFT (T1492)
Brenda Gomez Larios
Clinical Social Worker Associate (CSWA A18063)
My name is Brenda Gomez. I am fluent in English and Spanish and value providing culturally responsive and inclusive care. I’m a board-registered Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA A18063). I provide services under the clinical supervision of Ashley Oakes, LCSW (L11990), and Nahomie Guillaume, LMFT (T1492).
I am a bilingual Latina therapist with a Master of Social Work from Portland State University, earned in 2023, and a Bachelor of Arts in Family and Human Services, earned in 2021. I have nearly a decade of experience supporting children, families, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals facing housing instability. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals and families through grief, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, family concerns, life transitions, trauma, and periods of crisis. My professional experience includes crisis support, child and family therapy, domestic violence advocacy, housing navigation, case management, and ongoing therapy with children, teens, and adults.
I believe therapy should be a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, feel heard, and know that you do not have to navigate difficult moments alone. Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming, and having someone beside you can make it easier to slow down, understand what you are experiencing, and figure out where you want to go next. I want my clients to feel supported while also having ownership over their own journey. Together, we can explore what matters to you, identify your goals, and work toward creating a life that feels meaningful to you.
My therapeutic approach is flexible and centered around meeting clients where they are. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, play therapy with children, and somatic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients to develop practical tools for managing emotions, understanding patterns, navigating challenges, and building confidence in themselves.
I have a particular interest in supporting clients experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions, as well as those seeking personal growth or a greater sense of purpose and meaning.
I also have experience supporting culturally diverse communities, bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking clients, Latino families, immigrant and first-generation experiences, and clients navigating cultural identity concerns. When requested by clients and within my competency, I am comfortable honoring faith and spiritual values as part of the therapeutic space.
For referral matching, I especially enjoy working with children, teens, young adults, adults, and families experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, trauma, life transitions, family relationship concerns, parenting concerns, domestic violence-related stressors, and housing instability.
Outside of my work, I enjoy spending time with my family, being a mom, going to the gym, and creating art. If you are looking for a supportive space to feel heard, understood, and encouraged, I would be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey.