Maricela Zimerman, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Maricela!

I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist. I have served individual adults in inpatient and outpatient settings while focusing on daily stressors to chronic mental health diagnoses.

My focus

I specialize in assisting adult individuals who are struggling with anxiety, grief & loss, negative thinking patterns, life transitions, stress management, medical conditions, and those in need of support and guidance.

My approach

My approach to psychotherapy is primarily focused on the strength-based perspective while utilizing solution-focused approaches, and incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy elements. These approaches will be geared towards helping each individual to process emotions and situations that are preventing them from living a fulfilled life.

My communication style

I am dedicated to creating a warm and safe space that is free of judgment to facilitate the therapeutic process. I strive to be supportive, respectful, empathetic, and attuned to the needs of the individual.

My journey to mental healthcare

Supporting and helping others have been core values that have fueled my journey. My educational background has allowed me to work with and serve adults in various settings, supervise clinicians working towards licensure, and oversee behavioral health departments. My core value of helping others has remained at the forefront.

My goals for you

I believe therapy is a collaborative process aimed at insight and growth. Goals will be developed collaboratively with the individual, and goals will be evolved as necessary.

Our first session

During the first session, getting to know each other will be primary. Explore the individual's concerns and expectations as they relate to the therapeutic process, and identify the specific need for support.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Cancer

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

HIV/AIDS

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Non-Binary

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) Gerentology from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Maricela Zimerman