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Joann Spangler, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Joann Spangler

Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

Specializes in Anxiety
LCSW
41+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Joann Spangler, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Joann has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Washington.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Alcohol Use
Depression
Relationship Issues
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Supportive

Hi there, I'm Joann!

Hello, thank you for reviewing my background and therapy style. I understand it is not an easy process to choose a therapist or begin therapy. My approach to providing care is to build a collaborative, trusting relationship. I believe in empathetic understanding without judgment and providing appropriate coping strategies.

My focus

I have experience working in a variety of treatment areas, including depression/anxiety, substance use disorders, and stress management due to situational transitions, crisis, and medical diagnosis. I encourage exploring how clients manage and understand emotions, examining misassumptions while building personal insights.

My approach

I believe in goal-oriented therapy, combining person-centered counseling and cognitive-behavioral therapy with support. Translated, this means I am actively listening to what the client is experiencing, and reflecting/processing the feelings involved. Goals include less sense of powerlessness, increased self-understanding and self-worth.

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Focus populations

Single Mother
+ 1 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare Advantage
  • Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Washington.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

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