Cognitive behavioral therapy that helps you feel better, one step at a time
A calm, professional space to work through anxiety, low mood, stress, and the thoughts that keep you stuck. Online sessions, 45 minutes each.
What is cognitive behavioral therapy?
CBT is practical and goal-oriented. It starts from a simple idea: the way we think shapes how we feel and what we do. Together, we'll learn to notice the thoughts and habits that are hurting you, and to change them.
Anxiety & stress
Practical tools to quiet your mind and feel in control again.
Low mood
Rebuild your energy, your motivation, and the routines that make you feel good.
Thoughts & fears
Learn to question what holds you back and act with more confidence.
Self-esteem & relationships
Be kinder to yourself, and closer to the people around you.
Sessions are available in Spanish, my native language, or in English, which I speak proficiently.
About me
I'm Xiomara Vences, a qualified psychologist with three years of experience in cognitive behavioral therapy. I trained at UTP in Piura, Peru, and at the University of California, Berkeley. I've worked with children in autism classrooms, designing individualized intervention plans, and I'm drawn to child psychology and to techniques grounded in the ethical principles of therapeutic support.
Session fees
First session
FreeWe get to know each other, and I'll tell you how I can help.
45-minute session
S/ 100Paid in Peruvian soles.
45-minute session
US$ 30Paid in US dollars.
How it works
1. Get in touch
Tell me a little about what's on your mind.
2. Free first session
We'll talk, I'll answer your questions, and we'll decide together how to move forward.
3. Your plan
Sessions of 45 minutes, with clear goals and exercises to practice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the first session really free?
Yes. It's free, and there's no commitment.
How long is a session?
45 minutes.
How much does it cost?
S/ 100 (Peruvian soles) or US$ 30 per session.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. Everything we talk about stays between us.
What if it's an emergency?
If you're in danger or thinking about hurting yourself, please don't wait for an appointment. Call your local emergency services (in Peru, Línea 113, option 5, from the Ministry of Health). You can also call or message me at any time.
Book your free first session
Send me a message and I'll suggest a time that works for you.