Rosie Silva
MHC
Relationship & Intimacy Specialist | Betrayal Trauma & Sexual Addiction Expert
Bilingual Counselor | Advocate for Marginalized Communities
Rosie Silva is a compassionate Mental Health Counselor (MHC) with extensive experience guiding individuals and couples through the complexities of sexual addiction, betrayal trauma, intimacy challenges, and problematic sexual behaviors. Known for her direct yet empathetic “New Yorker” style, Rosie creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients confront shame, rebuild trust, and cultivate healthier relationships. Her work is deeply rooted in social justice, addressing systemic barriers that impact emotional well-being for marginalized communities, including BIPOC, immigrants, and low-income populations.
Specializations & Expertise
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Sexual Addiction & Problematic Behaviors: Helping clients break cycles of compulsion, align actions with values, and foster sustainable recovery.
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Betrayal Trauma: Supporting individuals and couples in healing from emotional devastation, rebuilding safety, and restoring relational trust.
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Intimacy & Communication: Strengthening self-awareness, vulnerability, and connection in personal and romantic relationships.
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Identity & Life Transitions: Navigating career changes, self-esteem challenges, and intersectional identity exploration with cultural humility.​
Therapeutic Approach
Rosie’s practice blends psychodynamic principles with trauma-informed care, prioritizing collaboration and authenticity. Her sessions are:
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Empowering: Helping clients uncover innate strengths to navigate life’s difficulties and disrupt negative patterns.
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Holistic: Exploring how societal narratives, intergenerational trauma, and systemic inequities shape emotional well-being.
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Action-Oriented: Combining warmth with practical strategies to improve communication, self-compassion, and resilience.
Commitment to Social Justice
A bilingual counselor (English/Spanish), Rosie has dedicated her career to uplifting underrepresented groups:
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Advocated for global gender equity at the United Nations, addressing discrimination against women and girls.
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Provided trauma-informed care to foster youth in Brooklyn and the Latinx community in the South Bronx.
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Champions culturally responsive therapy that honors clients’ racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Education & Credentials
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Master of Arts & Master of Education in Psychology Counseling | Teachers College, Columbia University (Specialization: Bilingual Latinx Mental Health).
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Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education | King’s College (Foundational focus on developmental and relational dynamics).
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25+ Years of frontline experience across education, advocacy, and clinical settings.
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Why Work With Rosie?
Whether confronting sexual addiction, healing from betrayal, or seeking deeper connection, Rosie’s no-nonsense yet nurturing approach helps clients reclaim agency and thrive. She believes therapy is a partnership where you’ll feel heard, validated, and equipped to live authentically.
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Begin Your Journey
Rosie offers individual and couples counseling, providing a brave space to heal trauma, navigate life’s transitions, and build relationships rooted in trust and resilience.​
Key Highlights: Betrayal trauma specialist, sexual addiction expert, Columbia-trained clinician, bilingual advocate for marginalized communities.