What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.84
Average wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
4.90
“Initial communication with Beatriz through the app has been great and very easy. There were few times with mic difficulties. I feel very comfortable talking through the sessions and receiving constructive feedback. Beatriz has helped me see things in a different way through her observations, and I’m getting a lot of help focusing more on myself. I highly recommend Beatriz.”
Less than 3 months ago
“i've been seeing bea for about a year and a half and have had a great experience. i transitioned to ihi due to an unexpected shake-up w/ my prior therapist. i had experienced a lot of loss, new stresses, etc. and was very overwhelmed by the idea of "starting from 0" w/ a new practitioner. in hindsight, nothing about the transition stands out to me and i mean that in the best possible way. it was so smooth as to be unnoticeable. bea has been so helpful in tracking my therapeutic goals and redirecting me away from my tendency to intellectualize and pull away. bea has also been so accommodating of my budget and schedule; including helping me coordinate a hiatus for both financial and mental health reasons. i'm so grateful to have bea as my therapist and highly recommend her! :)”
JSLess than 6 months ago
About Beatriz DaMotta
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Gestalt
Trauma Focused
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Beatriz DaMotta
Beatriz received her B.A. in Psychology at Macaulay Honors College, CUNY, and her M.Ed. and M.A. in Mental Health Counseling at Teachers College, Columbia University.
Beatriz approaches therapy through a feminist, trauma-informed, harm reduction and multiculturally competent lens. She draws from narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, gestalt and person-centered theoretical frameworks.
She sees each client as their own whole individual with strengths. She aims to help clients establish goals and will work collaboratively to help you gain clarity and confidence.
Beatriz provides compassion, warmth and a non-judgmental environment to achieve goals and self-healing. She individualizes treatment to the unique needs of each client. Beatriz shows up in sessions with radical kindness. She understands building a strong, honest relationship and rapport is key to the work. She will help you explore yourself and your story, while providing tools to assist along your journey. As an affirming, inclusive therapist, she provides empathy with attention to the intersections of identities within every person.
Her interests and clinical focuses include self-care, minority body image, Latinx mental health, psychosis in youth, and is passionate about self-acceptance/love. Beatriz created and uses the motto "Write your own narrative" in her annual bootcamp as a reminder that we each have our own story and control over it.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
- Macaulay Honors College (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1164246500
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.84
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
4.90
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19 reviews
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Beatriz has a thoughtful and kind approach to therapy that has helped me to process, reflect, and grow on an ongoing basis.
Less than 1 year agoSC
Beatriz is a kind and empathic clinician who truly cares about the people she works with.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Initial communication with Beatriz through the app has been great and very easy. There were few times with mic difficulties. I feel very comfortable talking through the sessions and receiving constructive feedback. Beatriz has helped me see things in a different way through her observations, and I’m getting a lot of help focusing more on myself. I highly recommend Beatriz.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
i've been seeing bea for about a year and a half and have had a great experience. i transitioned to ihi due to an unexpected shake-up w/ my prior therapist. i had experienced a lot of loss, new stresses, etc. and was very overwhelmed by the idea of "starting from 0" w/ a new practitioner. in hindsight, nothing about the transition stands out to me and i mean that in the best possible way. it was so smooth as to be unnoticeable. bea has been so helpful in tracking my therapeutic goals and redirecting me away from my tendency to intellectualize and pull away. bea has also been so accommodating of my budget and schedule; including helping me coordinate a hiatus for both financial and mental health reasons. i'm so grateful to have bea as my therapist and highly recommend her! :)
Less than 6 months agoJS
Beatriz is very warm and kind and asks insightful questions. Something I really appreciate in our sessions is that she invites curiosity. When I can be spiraling in my head, she brings me back to the present and offers a shift in perspective.
Less than 6 months agoMA
Beatriz is a fantastic therapist. She listens intently, processes comprehensively, and provides truly insightful guidance. She has a gift with relating to previous conversations or topics and concerns, and of reminding me of my growth along the way. I would totally recommend Beatriz to any friend of mine!
Less than 1 year agoSY
Beatriz is very attentive and is wonderful at looping in past points from previous sessions to your current situation. She shows she cares and is very graceful about scheduling issues. It’s been great to have the opportunity to return to therapy and I’m grateful it was with Beatriz
Less than 1 year agoRG
I’ve been meeting with Beatriz for more than 4 years, and it’s the first time I’ve really felt like I’ve connected with a therapist. She operates with a nonjudgmental harm reduction perspective, which means I can talk about whatever I want without needing to worry about being judged, and our sessions always feel very productive. I feel that she has helped me grow in my queer relationships and my identity. She has been very understanding about all of my issues and very easy to work with.
Less than 1 year agoHH
I've been working with Beatriz for almost five years, through various chapters and struggles, and our sessions have been a consistent source of reflection and growth throughout it all. She is open and non judgmental, and culturally informed to queer issues.
Less than 1 year agoAA
I couldn’t say better things about her as a therapist and human. Beatriz remains to be authentic, thoughtful, and reflective in her work and you always feel seen and heard in conversation. She provides folx with such a genuine space to explore their identies, experiences, values and needs. I couldn’t recommend her enough if you are looking for a therapeutic experience that prioritizes and challenges you in the best way.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I’m constantly amazed by her ability to help others navigate their struggles with such grace and insight. As a friend, she brings the same warmth and understanding, making her a natural support system for anyone lucky enough to know her
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Beatriz is an excellent therapist who strives to build meaningful relationships with her clients to enhance their therapeutic work. Beatriz is passionate about multicultural psychotherapy and providing a safe space for her clients of all backgrounds.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Beatriz is an amazing and supportive therapist who is easy to talk to and communicate with! She clearly has a passion for what she does and I would highly recommend her services.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Beatriz is a very compassionate and inquisitive therapist! She approaches the work, keeping in mind the systems of oppression we live in and how to survive and thrive through them. I feel her gentle push and holistic mindset helped me grow in new ways!
More than 1 year agoJC
I've been having sessions with Beatriz for nearly 5 years. She has incredibly helpful to me over that time. Her style is very patient and accepting, which makes sessions much easier to open up in even when it can be difficult to do personally.
More than 1 year agoNW
Beatriz is helpful, knowledgable, and kind. I am grateful to have her as my therapist. There have been so many times she has helped me by reminding me of ways in which I'm working against myself or letting me know another way to view a situation that is healthier.
More than 1 year agoNA
Beatriz is not only a compassionate and curious therapist but also culturally sensitive and competent. She takes the cultural context and identities of her clients into consideration when helping them gain a better understanding of themselves and make the changes they want.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Beatriz is an amazing therapist, she is very thoughtful in her work as you can tell she puts a lot of effort into working with her clients. I enjoy how she allows me to talk through my feelings and explore what I’m really experiencing. She asks thoughtful questions that help me reflect and move forward from my experiences. I really feel heard and seen by her.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I can’t recommend Beatriz enough. They create a safe, supportive and non judgmental space that allowed me to explore my thoughts and feelings with confidence. Their professionalism and empathy are unmatched, and their ability to listen deeply and offer thoughtful, insightful guidance is amazing
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Beatriz DaMotta work with?
Beatriz DaMotta works with IHI Therapy Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Beatriz DaMotta?
Beatriz DaMotta frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Beatriz DaMotta on their profile.
What languages does Beatriz DaMotta speak?
Beatriz DaMotta speaks English.
How do patients rate Beatriz DaMotta in reviews?
19 patients have reviewed Beatriz DaMotta. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.