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    Desiree Gonato, RPsy, licensed psychologist at Saya

    Desiree Gonato, RPsy

    Saya Psychologist

    Master in Psychology major in Clinical Psychology, San Pedro College

    Weekly Availability
    Tue1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Wed1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Thu1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Fri1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    Times in PHT · See latest availability in the Saya app

    Anxiety DisordersDepressionGrief and LossAdjustment DisorderWork StressBurnoutPersonal GrowthAcademic PressureEmotional Regulation
    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapyDialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)Gestalt Therapy

    4+ years

    EnglishFilipinoBisaya

    Verified Reviews · from the Saya app

    4.9· 110 reviews
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    Did you feel heard and understood by Desiree Gonato, RPsy?

    96%

    said Yes

    What Clients Appreciate

    Good Listener
    100
    Warm and Patient
    89
    Empathetic
    83
    Non Judgmental
    78
    Clear Advice
    72
    Quick Response
    47
    Insightful
    46
    Trustworthy
    36

    Client Reviews

    Only feedback from the Saya app that includes written reviews is shown here.

    Psych Intake Evaluation (Anxiety / Depression / Grief / Bipolar) Customer

    Today

    She’s an incredible listener who really helps me dissect and make sense of my emotions. I love how she guided me through processing them. I’ve written down the exercises she gave me and can’t wait for our next session.

    Psych Intake Evaluation (Anxiety / Depression / Bipolar) Customer

    Today

    she felt like a best friend who i can talk to and open up to without feeling judged, she’s patient and kind

    Standard Session Customer

    1 week ago

    i really appreciate her great listening skills, you eill feel like she knows you really.

    About Desiree Gonato, RPsy

    Hi, I'm Desiree. I have always been drawn to meaningful conversations. I love listening to people's stories and experiences without realizing the comfort those conversations brought. That love for connection fueled my passion into helping people. My biggest motivation is to continually serve my purpose by providing a safe space to people where they feel safe, understood, and supported. I aspire to make people feel seen, heard, valued and to help reclaim themselves in their suffering. In my free time, I enjoy reading books, watching rom-com series, traveling and trying something new. To people who want to start their therapeutic process, I want you to know that you don't have to know it all or to have everything figured out before reaching out. Counseling is a collaborative journey. I will meet you where you are, walk alongside you to support you as you uncover parts of yourself, explore experiences, and discover strengths that could lead to possible change.

    My Approach to Therapy

    Therapy can be challenging and intimidating. I hope to make people see it as a space of hope. I provide a safe space where you can feel safe enough to be human and vulnerable, where you can feel heard, seen and supported. We work together in exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without pressure or judgment. We will also work on recognizing your strengths and build hope for growth and change. I will help you to foster understanding, and guide you toward a deeper sense of self-awareness, empowerment, and well-being.

    What to Expect

    Here's how your sessions with Desiree will look.

    Initial Assessment

    First session

    We'll explore your concerns, history, and goals together. Desiree will craft a personalized treatment plan tailored to you.

    Ongoing Sessions

    Weekly / bi-weekly

    Dive deeper into challenges, build coping strategies, and work toward your goals. Every session builds on your momentum.

    Between-Session Support

    Anytime

    Message Desiree through the Saya app whenever you need to check in, ask a question, or share something between sessions.

    Progress Reviews

    Periodic

    Together, you'll reflect on what's working, celebrate wins, and adjust the approach to keep therapy aligned with your evolving needs.