Hi, I’m Bianca, the therapist behind Lumora Counseling.
A big part of why I became a therapist comes from my own journey. I know what it’s like to experience things that are hard to explain, to wonder why you react the way you do, and to question whether something is just wrong with you.
That experience shaped the kind of therapist I wanted to be. I wanted to be someone who gets curious with you. Someone who doesn’t just say, “Here’s what you should do,” but takes the time to understand the why.
Why does this happen? Where did it come from? What made this response make sense at some point in your life? And what happens when that response is no longer helping?
I think there can be a lot of relief in understanding. When we get curious instead of judging ourselves, things can start to make more sense. The goal isn’t to convince you that nothing is wrong. It’s to help you understand yourself well enough to know what’s actually going on.
That’s the kind of therapist I strive to be: someone who helps you make sense of your experiences, ask better questions, and feel a little less like there’s something wrong with you.
If this feels like a place you could start, we can take it one step at a time.
About Bianca
Bianca Barratachea M.S., LPC
EMDR Trained
Coffee lover • Professional dog lover
Background & Approach
My work is grounded in an attachment-focused and trauma-informed approach, with therapy tailored to the person in front of me and the experiences that have shaped them.
I also have a particular interest in adults exploring ADHD later in life, especially those who may have spent years feeling overlooked, misunderstood, or unsupported.
Therapy with me is collaborative and thoughtful. I may draw from different approaches depending on what makes sense for you.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Sometimes your reactions make more sense when you look at where they came from. We can explore how past experiences and relationships may still be showing up in your life now, especially in ways you may not even realize.
EMDR
Sometimes you know something happened in the past, but you’re surprised by how much it still affects you. EMDR can help you work through experiences that still feel upsetting, stuck, or like they’re showing up in your life now. We’ll take our time with it and make sure you’re ready before we start.
Parts Work
Ever feel like part of you wants to do one thing while another part is saying, “Absolutely not”? Parts work can help us understand those different sides of you, where they came from, and what they’re trying to do for you.
Somatic Therapy
Ever notice your body reacting before you even know what you’re feeling? Maybe your chest gets tight, your stomach drops, or you suddenly feel tense. We can pay attention to those signals and use them to better understand what’s going on.
CBT
Sometimes your brain can get stuck in the same loops: “What if something goes wrong?” “I should have handled that better.” “Why did I do that?” CBT can help you notice those thought patterns and figure out whether they’re actually helping you.
Licensure & Training
Licensed Professional Counselor Texas #94073
EMDR Trained
EMDRIA-approved training program
Education & Licensure
Education
Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health, The University of Texas at San Antonio
Bachelor of Science in Psychology,
The University of Texas at San Antonio
I’ve spent over six years working in the mental health field across different roles, which has given me experience seeing mental health from more than one perspective. My education gave me the foundation to understand mental health, while my continued learning has shaped how I approach therapy.
I’m EMDR Trained and have completed additional professional training in parts work, somatic approaches, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy. These approaches give me different ways to understand what someone is experiencing rather than assuming there is one explanation or one solution.
I’m interested in the full picture, not just the symptom. I see the person first, not a diagnosis or a list of symptoms. What’s happening now? What might be underneath it? What shaped it? And what would actually help?
Outside of the therapy room
Outside of sessions, I spend most of my time with my three dogs, Charlie, Ollie, and Teddy. My husband and I are happily outnumbered.
I love iced coffee no matter the season, getting lost in mystery and thriller novels, and rewatching Friends more often than I’d like to admit.
Oregon and the Pacific Northwest are some of my favorite places to unplug and feel grounded. I also enjoy exploring local coffee shops and finding small ways to slow down and recharge.