Psychotherapy • Writing
As a psychotherapist and novelist, I work with the narrative of your life—what shaped you, what you carry, and what you’re ready to change. I encourage my clients to tell those stories that bring them meaning, purpose and hope.
A Narrative Approach to Healing
A collaborative process in which I listen closely to your story—its turning points, patterns, and deeper meanings.
Together we make room for what’s true, and soften what’s been hardened by time and experience so the next chapter feels more aligned with who you are and what you want your future to be. I often work with creatives and highly sensitive people who desire deep inspiration for their projects as well as practical change in their lives.
Novels & Narrative
Alongside my work as a psychotherapist, my writing has reached readers around the world. My novels have been bestsellers across Scandinavia, Italy, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands and have been translated into 26 languages. It is a joy to travel and meet my readers personally. They inspire me to keep writing and I am grateful they keep reading when I do.
My upcoming novel, Stronger Than Fear, set in Cuba, is scheduled for release in 2026/27. I am based in Los Angeles, California.
Words From Clients
A few reflections on what it can feel like to do this work.
Cecilia is a rockstar! She always makes me feel seen and heard and provides great feedback and advice moving forward.
Written on Aug 15, 2025 after therapy with Cecilia for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes.
Talking with Cecilia is calming, therapeutic and eye opening. She always has unique and individualized feedback to help me gain clarity with my thoughts and feelings. I highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 11, 2026 after therapy with Cecilia for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd.
She’s the best therapist I’ve had
Written on Jan 28, 2026 after therapy with Cecilia for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd.
I struck gold with Cecilia. Not only is she incredibly observant, empathetic, insightful and wise in her guidance, she's also super responsive, supportive and encouraging via messaging. I can't believe how fortunate I am! Initially, I was reluctant to do video sessions with someone I hadn't met in person, but I've come to appreciate the multi-channel access, flexible scheduling and high quality of therapy I've experienced with Better Help—and specifically, with Cecilia.
Written on Jul 12, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Cecilia came to me during an extremely uneasy time of my life. She's brought me a sense of peace and calm. She offers me productive suggestions to help me with my goals. I appreciate her counseling.
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Cecilia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes.