About

My name is Kirstie Figueroa, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I earned my Master of Social Work degree, in 2007.

I enjoy helping people live with greater fulfillment by offering a supportive and empathetic sounding board.  My goal is to help you nurture your self love and find more meaning and joy in your relationships and in your life experiences.

I utilize a holistic approach and draw from a variety of therapeutic theories with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I encourage mindfulness strategies to promote emotional health and wellbeing. I will honor and incorporate your unique history to shape my therapeutic approach and your treatment plan.  

I work with people experiencing life transitions and facing painful hurdles. I have significant experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship and career concerns.  I also have notable experience in supporting individuals through family adjustments and transitions including postpartum related issues and concerns related to family separations and adjustments including custody issues.

My experience and connections with clients over the past 15 years has taught me that a key aspect of productive and effective therapy is the connection and comfort you feel with the person you choose to share your personal struggles with. I encourage open dialogue regarding our connection as we work toward therapeutic goals.

Sometimes a non-judgmental perspective offered from someone who is not in our immediate circle can offer a refreshing point of view that can give us momentum when we are feeling stuck or next steps seem unclear.

You can message me directly through Find A Therapist. The frequency with which you can have access to a therapist offers a nice change from traditional outpatient counseling. I check messages daily. I offer messaging, phone sessions and occasional video sessions.

I am looking forward to meeting and working with you!