Connie Whelan, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Connie!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have been practicing for over 16 years, helping adults and seniors with a wide variety of challenges. I use a strengths and solution-focused approach to help create a unique plan to help each person become their best self.

My focus

I help young adults, adults, and seniors with a wide variety of issues and concerns. Most clients I work with initially present with issues such as depression, anxiety, worry, sleep disturbances, family and/or relationship issues, or financial worries.

My approach

My counseling style is solution-focused, client-centered, and strengths-based. I use CBT, Behavioral Activation, Motivational Interviewing, and a Strength-based approach to help clients who are seeking to make changes in their lives.

My communication style

My communication during therapy is interactive, supportive, and collaborative. Through questioning, listening, and challenging old ways of thinking and/or doing things, we will start seeking new ways of approaching life's challenges.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have worked in many settings, including sexual assault, homelessness, families, and forensic mental health. I have had significant training in mental health issues, substance abuse, trauma, learning disabilities, and parenting issues. My experience has built skills with complicated life issues.

My goals for you

My therapeutic goal is to identify areas of concern and work on developing healthy coping skills. Together, we discuss ways to improve the area of concern through weekly goals and/or assignments. As new skills emerge, we re-evaluate and set new goals.

Our first session

The first session is for the client to share why they are seeking therapy. It is your time to share your story, why you chose to seek treatment now, and what you would like to get from therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Humanistic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Trauma Focused

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Connie Whelan