About

I am a licensed clinical social worker in California with 7 years experience working as a medical social worker. I have experience working with HIV positive LGBTQ population, sex workers, victims of sex trafficking and clients with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and sexual abuse. I also enjoy working with young adults that are focused on healing past traumas and are on a journey to grow self love, and a positive self-image. I am a person centered counselor with a warm, interactive, and supportive style. I strive to create a space where my clients feel safe and respected and are able to experience therapy as positive and helpful. My approach is solution focused and strengths based while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness. Seeking help with life challenges takes courage and is an act of self-love. It would be my pleasure to assist you in meeting goals and or processing life situations.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Client Focus

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 To 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults

Therapy Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress

Treatment Orientation

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Modality

  • Couples
  • Individuals

Education

  • California State University, Northridge, Master's in Social Work
  • California State University, Northridge (Bachelor's)

Years in Practice

3 years

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 1041C0700X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Social Worker
  • Specialization: Clinical
  • Code: 104100000X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Social Worker

Credentials

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LCSW 99743 Verify CA

Practice Locations

5454 Genesta Ave

Encino, CA 91316-2620

Phone Number: (310) 908-4070

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