Our story
Welcome
Welcome to a space dedicated to your healing, growth, and self-discovery. At The Kinaiya Collective, our primary focus is supporting individuals through their own transformative journeys toward positive, lasting change. Employing a holistic approach, we equip our clients with a diverse toolkit aimed at fostering balance across all aspects of life. We believe in cultivating a nurturing, deeply compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel truly empowered to confront emotional barriers, dismantle limiting core beliefs, and quiet unproductive inner dialogues.
At the core of our practice is an intentional fusion of person-centered therapy, mindfulness techniques, and cognitive behavioral therapy. This ensures a comprehensive, tailored approach that honors your unique needs. Whether you are nurturing the inner child, navigating relationship difficulties, or building self-esteem, we are honored to walk alongside you on your unique path toward alignment and a deeper connection to your authentic self.
Derived from the Visayan (Cebuano) language of the Philippines, Kinaiya (ki-na-ee-yah) represents one’s core identity, inner character, and inherent nature. It speaks to the unique, essential qualities that make you who you are at your deepest level. In a culturally-affirming framework, uncovering your kinaiya means looking past external pressures and survival responses to reconnect with your authentic self. At The Kinaiya Collective, our mission is to provide the safe, nurturing space required for you to honor this inner essence, heal from generational wounds, and return home to your true nature.
Our Mission
Our Approach
Built For Your Needs
Evidence-based
Our clinical approach relies on scientifically validated frameworks to support your growth. We intentionally integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge unhelpful patterns, Person-Centered Therapy to ensure your goals guide the session, and Mindfulness techniques to foster lasting neurological balance and emotional regulation.
IFS informed
True wellness means having all aspects of your life working in harmony. We guide you through exploring the conflicting feelings, behaviors, and internal pressures that cause stress or overwhelm. Together, we identify the root causes of these emotional reactions, helping you transform self-criticism into self-compassion and establish a calm, centered foundation for everyday life.
Addiction Specialist
We understand that addiction is often a complex response to pain, trauma, or a need for coping. Our approach moves beyond traditional models by focusing on the underlying emotional drivers of substance use. Through a compassionate, non-judgmental lens, we work with you to identify triggers, dismantle the shame cycle, and develop a personalized toolkit for sustainable change. By integrating mindfulness and evidence-based strategies, we help you regain agency over your life, fostering resilience and a deeper connection to your authentic self.
Trauma Informed
We recognize that healing from deeply stressful or traumatic events requires an intentional approach rooted in absolute safety. Our practice operates through a trauma-informed lens, meaning we deeply respect your boundaries, honor your unique timeline, and care for both your mental and physiological well-being. We are here to help you gently navigate the impact of past pain so you can cultivate a grounded, peaceful present.
Meet the founder
Hi there! My name is Mimi. My passion lies in walking alongside you as you navigate your unique path toward self-discovery and positive change. I approach therapy holistically, blending person-centered care, cognitive behavioral tools, and mindfulness to help you dismantle limiting beliefs, nurture your inner child, and quiet unproductive inner dialogues. Together, we will cultivate a safe, compassionate space to unpack life’s complexities. From self-esteem shifts to relationship dynamics, we will work together to establish a meaningful toolkit to restore true balance and live authentically. My clinical background includes extensive experience in trauma-informed care, addiction counseling, and specialized crisis management.
Having served in the U.S. Army Reserves and worked as a Clinical Case Manager dedicated to veterans and first responders, I bring a deeply culturally informed lens to my practice. My commitment to supporting the military community also extends to my past work as a Program and Volunteer Coordinator for the United Service Organizations (USO). Today, that dedication continues in my clinical work, where I provide specialized, culturally informed therapy to help veterans, active-duty service members, and military families navigate the unique complexities of military life, transitions, and trauma.
I intentionally synthesize evidence-based treatments with Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed practices and somatic trauma approaches to honor the profound mind-body connection, supporting you through sustainable recovery, deep healing, and transformative growth.
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