Carmen Donato, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Carmen!

I work with adults specializing in anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I help clients make progress and start feeling and managing better.

My focus

My style is a good fit for adults dealing with life transitions and social pressures that often take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders. I help clients navigate these transitions, build skills to feel better about themselves, and develop a more positive outlook.

My approach

My approach varies based on each client's needs. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build a shared understanding of your reality and work together towards progress.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want you to feel comfortable talking with me about anything. I pride myself on actively listening without judgment while gently challenging you in areas that help you reach your goals.

My journey to mental healthcare

I decided to become a therapist because I have always wanted to help people through difficult times. I enjoy seeing individuals become the best versions of themselves.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is all about collaborating to define what you want to accomplish and your desired outcomes. This starts by building trust, getting comfortable with therapy, and being honest. Over time, we'll work together to set goals and create a plan to track your progress.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll spend most of our time talking about how you've been feeling recently, and I'll ask questions to better understand why. The first session is about building an initial connection and helping me get a sense of where we should go from there.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian, Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

+ 8 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Cancer

Educators

Lesbian

Racial Justice

+ 7 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 64 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental Health/Substance Abuse from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carmen Donato