Cadenza Center for Psychotherapy & the Arts, Inc.

10/08/2025

From Awareness to Understanding: Honoring Mental Illness Awareness Week This week, we join thousands of voices across the country in recognizing Mental Illness Awareness Week, a time to bring compassion, clarity, and courage to conversations about mental health.

First established by Congress in 1990 through the work of NAMI, this week reminds us that mental illness is not a weakness — it's part of the human experience. Behind every diagnosis is a story of strength, persistence, and healing.

At Cadenza Center for Psychotherapy and the Arts, we believe that awareness is only the beginning. True support happens when we listen deeply, see people fully, and provide care that honors both the science of psychology and the art of being human.

This week, let's recommit to empathy — to understanding rather than judging, and to seeing the person before the label. Because when we remove the stigma, we make space for recovery, connection, and hope.

"Awareness opens the door. Understanding keeps it open."

Read our blog to learn more: https://cadenzacenter.com/the-art-of-listening-what-we-hold-what-we-heal/

10/01/2025

It’s with so much pride and joy that we celebrate Tyeshaa Hudson, LMHC, who has officially earned her license as a Mental Health Counselor!

Over the last two years, Michelle Hintz had the privilege of supervising her internship and witnessing the tremendous growth, courage, and heart she’s brought to her work. She’s shown dedication not only to her clients but also to her own development as a clinician—leaning into challenges, learning with humility, and finding her unique voice as a therapist.

This milestone is a reflection of her perseverance, compassion, and deep commitment to helping others. We are thrilled to see her step fully into this next chapter and know she will make a lasting difference in the lives of so many.

Please join us in congratulating Tyeshaa on this incredible achievement! 🌟👏

Here’s to her bright future and the many lives she will continue to touch.

09/25/2025

In our latest blog, we explore how a shift from familiar tunes to novel chants helped a young child unlock new speech skills in music therapy. By embracing creativity and moving beyond comfort zones, we discovered how personalized interventions can open doors for growth.

💡 Learn how novelty can make a difference: https://cadenzacenter.com/when-familiar-lyrics-get-in-the-way-what-apraxia-teaches-us-about-flexibility-in-music-therapy/

09/24/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Xochi Parrilla has been promoted to Operations Project Manager!

In this new role, Xochi will partner with Michelle Hintz, PsyD, MT-BC, our Clinical Director/CEO, to align processes and SOPs with Cadenza’s long-held vision. Over the past three years, Xochi has proven her ability to strengthen collaboration across teams and elevate the client, patient, and employee experience—always with accountability and care.

As Operations Project Manager, she will lead the creation of an operational roadmap that connects revenue cycles, scheduling, compliance, and infrastructure for clinical work and team management, while also establishing corporate KPI reporting to guide our growth.

When asked about this newly created opportunity, Xochi shared:
"I’m excited to help Cadenza continue to grow! I’m grateful for the opportunity to further my career and expand my knowledge as a project management professional."

We couldn’t agree more. This is an exciting time as we continue to scale with intention—preserving excellence and clinical integrity while building sustainable impact.

Please join us in celebrating Xochi’s well-deserved promotion and the vital leadership she brings to our future! 🎉

09/24/2025

At Cadenza, we believe meaningful services begin with clarity.

That’s why we often start with a comprehensive diagnostic —looking across all domains of a child’s functioning to truly understand their strengths, challenges, and needs. From there, we can create thoughtful, individualized recommendations that give families the confidence of both diagnostic clarity and clinical direction.

Watch this short clip to see how we approach evaluations with depth and care.

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09/23/2025

Beyond Getting Through the Day: How Therapy Can Help South American Immigrants

Depression can be an invisible wound, especially for South American immigrants navigating the grief of leaving home while starting over. In our latest blog, we explore how therapy can help you reconnect with what feels lost and find a path toward healing.

Read more here: https://cadenzacenter.com/beyond-coping-how-therapy-can-help-south-american-immigrants-thrive/

09/23/2025

Más Allá de Afrontar el Día a Día: Cómo la Terapia Puede Ayudar a los Inmigrantes Sudamericanos 🌟

La depresión puede ser una herida invisible, especialmente para quienes emigran desde Sudamérica y enfrentan el duelo de dejar su hogar mientras comienzan de nuevo. En nuestro nuevo blog, exploramos cómo la terapia puede ayudarte a reconectar con lo que sientes que has perdido y a encontrar un camino hacia la sanación.

Lee más aquí: https://cadenzacenter.com/mas-alla-de-afrontar-el-dia-a-dia-como-la-terapia-puede-ayudar-a-los-inmigrantes-sudamericanos-a-mejorar-internamente/

09/19/2025

This month we are celebrating Andrea, who has been part of the Cadenza Center family for 3 years as our Intake & Front Desk Coordinator.

Andrea’s incredible attention to detail keeps our busy office running smoothly, and her warmth and helpfulness make a lasting impression on every family who calls to schedule services.

We often hear compliments about her kind voice and welcoming presence—she’s one of the first connections families have with us, and she sets the tone beautifully.

We are so proud of Andrea’s dedication and grateful for the heart she brings to our team each and every day. 💙

Thank you Andea for all you do to make a difference!

09/19/2025

Struggles in school can lead to more than academic difficulties—they can affect a child’s emotional well-being and behavior.

At Cadenza Center, we take a holistic approach to uncover the root causes of these behaviors through comprehensive evaluations, helping children rebuild confidence and thrive.

Learn more: https://cadenzacenter.com/why-learning-difficulties-can-lead-to-behavioral-issues-in-children/

09/18/2025

From Fixing to Channeling: The Transformative Power of Art Therapy

What if we stopped trying to "fix" behaviors and instead asked, "What is the underlying need?" In our latest blog, Lorelis Ploche explores how art therapy shifts the focus from pathology to purpose—helping clients transform behaviors into meaningful expressions of their emotions and needs.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://cadenzacenter.com/from-fixing-to-channeling-how-art-therapy-can-shift-the-focus-from-pathology-to-purpose-2/

09/16/2025

💛 September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month 💛

Kids and teens often struggle in silence, afraid to share their pain. As parents and caregivers, we can create emotional safety by listening without judgment, noticing changes, and asking hard questions like, “Are you having thoughts of suicide?”

Learn more about this tough subject: https://cadenzacenter.com/i-just-want-the-pain-to-stop-what-suicidal-kids-are-really-trying-to-say/

Let’s break the stigma and show them they’re not alone. If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 for 24/7 support.

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09/14/2025

Grateful for these incredible team members who came out to represent at today’s annual Special Needs Resource Fair sponsored by 💙

Thank you to Carolina, Andrea, BriAnne, Mona & Dr. Michelle! Your energy, warmth, and dedication make all the difference for the families we serve. Thank you for showing up with heart and making our presence shine.