Paulina Polanco, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Paulina!

I help individuals reach their goals, whether they are experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family issues, or life transitions. I use a client-centered approach, as I believe in not one-size-fits-all.

My focus

I collaborate with adults in learning skills to cope with and manage anxiety and depression caused by life challenges and transitions.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, reflective, collaborative, and strength-based.

My communication style

I believe in creating a safe space where individuals have the confidence to be able to become vulnerable. I make sure to make treatment collaborative, as I believe in utilizing individual insight to better guide the journey of healing.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist because I believe that we all need a space where we feel understood and validated. I aspire to help individuals through their journey by promoting resiliency.

My goals for you

I collaborate with the individual to identify an attainable and measurable goal. All in an effort to be able to reach their goals during the time spent in treatment.

Our first session

In the first session, the goal is to gather your information and reasons that brought you to therapy while I create a safe and empowering space.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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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) from California State University, Northridge.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Paulina Polanco