Neurodiverse Coaching and Care Counseling Services

Hi and Welcome, Amazing Humans! My name is Cierra Perea, and I am a proud mom of two — a strong-willed young adult daughter and a beautiful Autistic son, whom I advocate for as his voice every day. I bring that same fierce advocacy, compassion, and dedication to my clients. With over 18 years of experience in the mental health field, I truly understand the daily demands of life, parenting, and the impact of trauma. I know that life happens, and sometimes we all need help finding our way back to our own inner strength. My mission is to walk alongside you as you discover — or rediscover — the superpower that already lives inside you. I hold a Master’s in Criminology with a focus on Human Behavior, a Bachelor’s in Human Services with an AOC in Family and Child Services, and have completed two years of doctoral coursework in Forensic Psychology. I am currently exploring a new path in the clinical field to expand my impact even further. I am proud to be a member of the American Psychological Association, the American Association of Suicidology, and the Society for Police and Criminal Psychology. I am also a Certified Crisis Specialist through the American Association of Suicidology and hold a QMHA-R credential for the state of Oregon, with a focus on mental health and addiction. My continuing education includes numerous trainings and certifications through Palo Alto University’s CONCEPT Continuing & Professional Studies program and the Society for Police and Criminal Psychology. I stay up to date through webinars and CEUs covering forensics, neurodiversity, trauma-informed care, Alzheimer’s and dementia, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other special needs populations. In my work, I love using practical, evidence-based strategies like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). DBT empowers you to tap into your natural coping tools and understand how your nervous system can be your greatest guide in healing from trauma — whether physical, emotional, or situational. Trauma can rewire our “body’s blueprint,” and my approach helps you build a new one: one that supports healthier relationships, strong boundaries, self-compassion, and personal growth. DBT has been shown to help with: • Overwhelming emotions • Impulsive behaviors • Self-injury and suicidal thoughts • Substance use • Eating disorders • Trauma and PTSD/CPTSD • Attachment styles and abandonment issues • ADHD, ODD, personality disorders, and bipolar disorders • Relationship conflicts and communication patterns About Care Coaching and Care Counseling Care Coaching is a unique step down from traditional therapy. It focuses on practical daily life skills, improving relationships and communication, supporting your personal goals, and keeping you aligned with your treatment plan from previous or current providers. As a mental health coach and counselor, I help you develop greater self-awareness and learn tools to manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and improve your relationships. Together, we’ll work on elevating your mood, reducing stress and anxiety, and strengthening your self-love and self-acceptance. Just like a therapist, I’m here to listen deeply, walk beside you, and offer insights about what’s going on beneath the surface. I want you to know you are never alone — your success is my success.