Brunella "Bru" Ramirez, MSW, LCSW

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Bru is a compassionate and skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, fluent in both English and Spanish. With a Master's degree in Social Work and licensed psychotherapist, she has extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families facing mental health challenges. Bru specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and more, using evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Therapy. Dedicated to fostering a warm and welcoming environment, she provides the tools and guidance necessary for all individuals to lead happier, healthier lives.

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Qualifications
Bru is a qualified psychotherapist licensed to provide therapy to all individuals, and an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. She holds a a Master's degree in Social Work from Florida International University, and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. Bru is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling her to connect with a diverse range of clients.

Counseling Background
With a heartfelt and compassionate approach, Bru brings a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals struggling with mental health issues. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, providing support and guidance to help each individual achieve the best possible outcomes. Bru draws on a range of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy, to explore the complex relationship between thoughts, feelings, actions, and reactions. Her passion lies in providing individuals with the tools they need to lead happier, healthier lives, creating a warm, welcoming environment where clients can feel safe to explore their feelings and experiences.
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Specialization
Bru specializes in treating a variety of mental health concerns, including:
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Parenting
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues​
Brunella treats children and teens, individuals, couples, and families, tailoring her sessions to meet the unique needs and goals of each client. Her dedicated and empathetic approach ensures that you are in good hands as you work towards greater mental wellness and a brighter future.
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Personal Life
​Bru's journey began in Peru, where she spent her early years until the age of 12, before her path unfolded through Miami, Florida, and Santa Monica, California, and eventually led her to plant roots in North Carolina. As a devoted mother of four, including a set of energetic twins, her life is full and ever-evolving, grounded by the love and cultural pride of her large Latin family.

​Outside of her clinical work, Bru has an entrepreneurial spirit and a love of baking from scratch, alongside quieter joys like reading, journaling, tending to her (many) chickens, and gathering with loved ones over delicious food. At her core, Brunella believes empathy is one of humanity's most powerful values, and she views advocating for her clients as one of life's greatest callings.
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