Hi. Welcome to my page. I am Doc Raissa. Let me share a little bit about myself and my work. 

God blessed me to be the wife of a loving man and the mother of two spirited little girls. I am a pediatrician and a breastfeeding counselor from Cagayan de Oro City and a Diplomate of The Philippine Pediatric Society. I also teach in medical school. 

Through a series of challenging life events, I experienced first-hand the transformative healing power of the Christian Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Thereafter, I studied and trained to become a Christian CBT practitioner to help adults, adolescents and families who are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, anger issues, difficult major life events or decisions and other similar concerns. Having my own little girl with Down Syndrome, I also offer support to parents who struggle with the challenges of having a child with special needs. 

Friends, healing is possible when we seek it from the Lord.

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand
Isaiah 41:10
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33
“Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. Dear God, In the morning when I rise, I will lift up my eyes to you. My help comes from the Lord, and My hope is in God.”
Psalm 59:6
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7
“Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Philippians 4:8

Frequently Asked Questions

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Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a form of talk therapy that allows us to recognize the powerful connection between our thoughts, emotions and actions. We learn mental tools to equip us in effectively changing our negative and unhelpful thoughts, emotions and behavior into helpful ones that allow us to cope, solve problems, and relate to others better.

The American Psychological Association provides a more detailed description  here : https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral.pdf?fbclid=IwAR2Lh7D0dWeNS1HGRP0dYufKNJY9uQz6CuoYTtp7ul8A6d739kXDEsq6tEU

What we know about God affects the way we think, act and feel. Christian CBT emphasizes the transformative power of the love of Jesus through the practical application of God’s promises and instructions in our daily lives and current struggles. 

a. We learn to recognize that what we feel and how we act are based on what we think. 

b. Through mental tools, we learn to identify unhelpful thought patterns that lead to negative emotions and behavior. And then we work to reframe them.

c. Healing and change become possible with prayer, practice, and perseverance. 

Zoom. Please make sure you have good internet connection. Use head/earphones.

Face-to-face sessions are not being offered at this time. 

Part of my health and wellness advocacy is giving talks/workshops for parents, schools, offices/companies on stress management, work-life balance, effective communication, conflict resolution, yoga and ergonomics, and the like. 

I am also a breastfeeding advocate, educator, and counselor. Together with my husband, we created Bundle of Joy PH (insert link) which is an online learning platform for parents to help prepare for breastfeeding, taking care of a baby, and introducing solid food. 

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, University of the Philippines, Diliman

Doctor of Medicine, University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center

Pediatrics, San Juan Medical Center

Christian Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Transcend Life Solutions

PHP 2000.00 per session. 

One (1) hour per session. 

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