My path to becoming a mental health provider was deeply personal and rooted in my experiences growing up in Puerto Rico. I witnessed how trauma, systemic oppression, and stigma surrounding mental health impacted individuals and communities. I was drawn to the field by a desire to help others feel seen, safe, and empowered. I’ve worked in schools, community clinics, and private practice settings, supporting diverse populations including first responders, educators, mothers, and young adults. These experiences shaped my culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach. Today, I integrate EMDR, CBT, and ACT to help clients navigate life transitions, anxiety, grief, and identity development with compassion and clarity.

Values of cultural humility, compassion, and empowerment guide my approach to care, creating a safe space for clients to feel seen and supported.

Dr. DaSilva earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of the Sacred Heart in Santurce, Puerto Rico, where her dedication to understanding the human mind deepened. She went on to complete a Master of Science in 2013 and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2016 at the same institution. Her clinical training includes a pre-doctoral internship at the Puerto Rico Bureau of Corrections and Rehabilitation and an APA-accredited internship at Carlos Albizu University, both of which broadened her expertise and compassion for working with diverse populations.

Dr. DaSilva’s professional journey has led her through a wide range of therapeutic settings. Her experience extends across Puerto Rico, and Massachusetts, where she has supported individuals through some of life’s most challenging moments with steadiness and care.
With a focus on working with adults, and individuals navigating life transitions, Dr. DaSilva is passionate about guiding her clients toward greater emotional balance and self-understanding. Her clinical expertise includes treating depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem and self-image issues, cultural identity, binge eating disorder, and the psychological aspects of bariatric surgery.

Outside of her practice, Dr. DaSilva finds peace and inspiration in her personal life. Her love for animals, especially her therapeutic dogs, plays a vital role in her sense of balance and healing. Whether traveling with her family and dogs or finding stillness in nature, she treasures quiet moments that restore her spirit. Grounded in her Puerto Rican heritage, she also enjoys exploring new cultures and fostering connections across different communities. Her approach to life and therapy is centered on compassion, understanding, and the belief that healing is a journey of mind, body, and soul.

Clients working with me can expect a warm, collaborative, and affirming environment where they are encouraged to show up authentically. Our work begins with a 15-minute consultation followed by a thorough intake to explore your goals, history, and strengths. I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, and ACT, tailored to your specific needs. Progress may look like increased emotional regulation, improved self-compassion, or greater alignment with your values. I especially enjoy supporting adults navigating trauma, grief, ADHD, anxiety, infertility, postpartum challenges, and cultural identity concerns. You can expect consistency, deep listening, and a space to feel both challenged and supported.

Success is defined by my clients reconnection with their inner strength, and experience positive shifts in their well-being.

I’m committed to lifelong learning and regularly participate in continuing education to deepen my clinical expertise. I’ve completed advanced training in EMDR, ADHD management, perinatal mental health, and somatic-based trauma therapy. I attend workshops focused on culturally responsive and trauma-informed care for BIPOC and marginalized communities. I also engage in peer consultation and clinical supervision to maintain ethical, attuned practice. Currently, I’m exploring IFS, Somatic Therapy and Polyvagal Theory to enhance my integrative work. Staying current with research and best practices allows me to offer my clients compassionate, evidence-based care that evolves with their needs.