Gina Cordato, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gina!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) committed to providing compassionate, effective therapy tailored to each person's unique journey. I create a safe and supportive space where individuals facing various challenges can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while feeling heard, understood, and empowered.

My focus

I support individuals navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, including addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, CPTSD, PTSD, and experiences related to child abuse, neglect, CPS, and adoption. I also welcome those facing other personal or emotional challenges.

My approach

My therapeutic style integrates practices such as CBT, DBT, somatic, mindfulness, Brainspotting, and trauma-focused techniques to help clients develop coping skills, manage stress, and improve overall functioning and well-being.

My communication style

I offer a supportive, person-centered approach to promote healing and resilience.

My journey to mental healthcare

With 15+ years of professional and lived experience in behavioral health, addiction, recovery, child welfare and various support services my goal is to meet each person seeking support with genuine understanding, empathy and compassion; fostering authentic connection and personal growth.

My goals for you

Goal setting is collaborative and client-driven, ensuring that each individual's needs, values, and pace guide the process.

Our first session

Our first session can focus on building understanding. We can review your history, discuss current challenges, and identify your goals for therapy. This collaborative process helps create a plan that reflects your unique experiences and promotes meaningful progress.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

Substance Use

Trauma and PTSD

Adoption

Autism or Asperger's Syndrome

Child Abuse or Neglect

Family Conflict

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

+ 12 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Psychoanalytic

+ 9 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

USC PPO / EPO Plan
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 61 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) Public Child Welfare and Community, Organization, Planning and Administration from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Gina Cordato