Diana Lopez Jimenez, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Diana!

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I’m committed to making the process feel approachable, supportive, and culturally affirming. As the eldest daughter in an immigrant family, I understand the unique pressures, responsibilities, and expectations that can shape our emotional well-being and relationships. I am here for you.

My focus

I work with individuals navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of overwhelm or burnout. I am especially passionate about supporting women, first-generation individuals, DACA recipients, and those from immigrant or multicultural backgrounds who may be balancing cultural expectations, fam responsibilities.

My approach

I take a compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered approach to therapy, meeting each person where they are with empathy, curiosity, and without judgment. I believe healing happens through a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, and I work closely with clients to better understand their experiences.

My communication style

I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe and understood. I practice active listening and work collaboratively, offering space for you to reflect on your experiences with me as an empathetic and engaged partner in your healing process.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into therapy began with curiosity about human resilience and a desire to support others through challenges. Early experiences showed me the power of therapeutic relationships and the importance of culture and faith in the healing process. I’m driven by the belief that people are capable of meaningful change, healing, and lasting growth.

My goals for you

I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership. We work together to identify goals that are personally meaningful to you—whether that involves improving relationships, strengthening self-esteem, or supporting personal growth. As therapy progresses, we continually refine and adjust your plan so it stays aligned with your needs.

Our first session

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and talk about what brings you to therapy. It’s completely normal to feel nervous. Therapy is a process we’ll build together over time. We’ll move at your pace, step by step, and I’ll be here to support and guide you throughout the journey. We are in this together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Behavioral Activation

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Art Therapy

Expressive Arts

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 7 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Racial Justice

Single Mother

+ 4 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Preteens
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 23 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Diana Lopez Jimenez