Damaris Cordero

About Damaris

Damaris Cordero is a committed and thoughtful mental health professional who finds profound reward in working with older adults. She is fluent in Spanish and she honors the richness of their life experience, resilience, and individual perspectives, focusing on the power of storytelling, breaking down stigma, and supporting clients through late-life transitions.

Damaris is a member of PSYPACT, which enables her to provide telepsychology services across state lines in participating states, further increasing accessibility and convenience for her clients. What makes you enjoy working with seniors? Working with older adults in mental health is incredibly rewarding because they bring a wealth of life experience, resilience, and unique perspectives to therapy.

Some aspects I find most fulfilling include the power of life stories, breaking stigma, and cognitive and addressing Late-life transitions. Why do you think online therapy is effective for seniors? Online therapy can be highly effective for older adults for several reasons, despite common concerns about technology use.

Online services can increase accessibility, be convenient for scheduling, and may reduce stigma, providing a more discreet and comfortable setting. How do you approach therapy sessions? My approach to the session is one of self-exploration and engagement in the therapeutic process.

Growth and healing happen when we collaborate, and I strive to create a supportive space where clients can work toward well-being at their own pace. What is your advice to someone who is starting therapy for the first time? Therapy can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and change.

I recommend coming with an open mind and curiosity. Therapy is exploring and getting to know yourself in a validating and supportive environment.