Angelina Torres, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Angelina!

I'm committed to helping create a positive therapeutic environment that allows my clients to receive psychoeducation, harm reduction, and tailored coping skills to foster a better quality of life. I work with individuals navigating trauma, stress, and emotional challenges who are ready to build healthier patterns.

My focus

I work with individuals seeking to improve their overall well-being through a harm reduction lens. I meet people where they are and help foster a sense of belonging, personal responsibility, and clarity around beliefs and values. My focus is supporting you in achieving your personal goals.

My approach

I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you identify and shift negative thought patterns impacting your daily life. Through our work together, you'll gain tools to challenge unhelpful beliefs, build healthier coping strategies, and develop greater control over your emotions and reactions.

My communication style

I create a calm and soothing environment where you feel relaxed and at ease. My style is attentive, engaging, clear, and collaborative. I'm supportive and encouraging, helping you feel empowered and motivated to make positive changes. I aim to foster growth, healing, and meaningful transformation.

My journey to mental healthcare

My lived experience has been my most valuable asset. Having navigated my own challenges, I bring depth of understanding and empathy to my work. This authenticity helps me connect with clients on a deeper level, understand their complexities, and develop personalized strategies to support their healing journey.

My goals for you

My goal is to support and empower you to achieve your personal goals. We'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to gain deeper understanding and develop effective strategies for growth. Together, we'll build coping skills, foster self-awareness, and empower you to make positive changes.

Our first session

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, discuss your concerns, and establish a comfortable environment. Together we'll create a tailored plan to meet your therapeutic goals. I'll be collaborative, nonjudgmental, empathetic, and supportive throughout your journey.

I identify as...

Cis, Female
American Indian or Alaska Native, Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Queer

Racial Justice

Single Mother

Transgender

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allied
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Humboldt State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Angelina Torres