Karina Ventura

My therapeutic approach is grounded in relational psychotherapy, focusing on the importance of the therapeutic relationship as a space for healing and growth. I believe that meaningful change occurs when clients feel truly seen, heard, and valued. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, deepen their self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. In our work together, I pay close attention to both past and present relational patterns, exploring how these influence clients' current experiences and relationships. Through this process, clients gain insight into underlying dynamics that may be holding them back, allowing for new, more adaptive ways of connecting and communicating. I emphasize collaboration and respect in our sessions, encouraging clients to share openly as we work together to develop strategies that foster resilience and personal growth. I also integrate a trauma-informed perspective, recognizing that past experiences can impact how we relate and respond to life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate and flexible, tailored to each individual’s unique needs and strengths, with the goal of empowering clients to navigate life’s complexities with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.

I currently work as a Global Mental Health Provider with Spring Health and as an International Mental Health Provider with Modern Health, where I offer clinical psychological support to adolescents and adults worldwide. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive, designed to meet the diverse needs of each client. Since 2015, I have maintained a Private Practice in Santiago Chile, and founded But First, Cafecito, a multilingual online therapy practice that provides trauma-sensitive support to clients internationally. My previous experience includes working with individuals facing complex trauma in the Trauma Unit at the Relational Therapy Center CeTeRe and providing psychotherapy at various mental health centers in Chile.

I hold a Professional Degree in Psychology from Diego Portales University (2011), where I graduated summa cum laude and ranked fourth in my class. My thesis focused on understanding emotional connections to food and explored psychological representations associated with obesity. Additionally, I earned a Social Sciences and Humanities Degree from the same university in 2006, also graduating summa cum laude and ranked third. I have completed multiple advanced certifications to deepen my clinical expertise, including a Diploma in Multidisciplinary Clinical Approach for Adults on the Autism Spectrum (2024), a Certification Program in Relational Psychoanalysis: Theory and Clinical Practice (2020), and a Training Diploma in Systemic Therapy for Children and Adolescents (2015). These qualifications have strengthened my trauma-informed and relational approach to psychotherapy,