JAIRO (JOEY) ORELLANA

I’m a trauma therapist with over 15 years of experience, and I know firsthand the challenges of navigating life’s complexities. As a 1st generation Latino, I’ve faced my own hurdles, which have shaped my deep understanding of the struggles many of my client's experience.​​

My diverse experience across psychotherapy practices, hospitals, school settings, banks, corporate offices and healthcare clinics equips me to offer clients expert care in overcoming trauma, improving work-life balance, and addressing mental health challenges.​​ Beyond my clinical work, I’m deeply committed to improving mental health access. I actively volunteer and speak on trauma awareness, especially in underserved communities.

My journey has fueled my passion for advocating for those who might otherwise go unheard, and I’m dedicated to helping my clients build resilience and find healing in a fast-paced world.

I ​actively contributed to policy-making as a Board Member of the National Association of Social Workers - North Carolina Chapter.​

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Certifications that are effective to treat many emotional problems:

Mental Health & Nutrition Certification certified by Pesi 2023

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certification certified by Pesi 2023 

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Certification certified by Pesi 2021

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional certified by Pesi 2021

Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider certified by Pesi 2020

Trauma Informed Care certified by SOAR in 2021

12 Hours in Motivational Interviewing by UNC in 2022

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Certification certified by UNC 2023

Six Sigma: Green Belt and White Belt.

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Education:

Fayetteville State University -

Master in Business Administration

Fordham University -

Master in Social Work-Clinical Practice 

S.U.N.Y. Albany -

Major in Psychology and Minor in Business