Imperial's Bilingual Therapist

HBLU incorporates a unique and comprehensive healing system that integrates Dr.  Judith Swack's original research with tools from biomedical science, psychology, applied kinesiology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Energy Psychology, and several spiritual-based healing systems.  This therapy can be used  target goal and clearing negative emotions, sabotage programs, trauma, physical injury trauma, blocked access patterns, boundary issues and phobias.  

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is a psychological treatment that integrates aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices, which are derived from traditional meditation techniques.

Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the development of self-compassion and compassion toward others. It was developed by psychologist Paul Gilbert to help individuals who struggle with high levels of shame, self-criticism, and self-blame, which are often linked to mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

 A therapy based upon cultural assessment and philosophy that understands that individuals act from varied social contexts and world-views. The counselor holds the understanding that culturally (and also racially) diverse clients view the world through different lenses from each other and that the difficulties being faced are different for each person due to experiencing them from the unique perspective of that person's culture.

Strength-based therapy is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and utilizing an individual's inherent strengths, resources, and abilities to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Instead of concentrating primarily on problems or deficits, this approach emphasizes what the person already does well and how those strengths can be leveraged for positive change.

Polyvagal Theory helps us understand how our nervous system responds to stress, safety, and connection. It explains why we might shut down, feel anxious, or go into “fight or flight” mode—and how we can learn to feel more calm, safe, and connected in our bodies and relationships.

Neuroscience-Informed Counseling uses what we know about the brain and nervous system to help you understand your patterns, emotions, and reactions with clarity and compassion. It blends evidence-based therapy with mind-body strategies so you can calm your system, improve regulation, and create lasting change in how you feel and function.