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Jennifer Lara, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Jennifer Lara

Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

Specializes in Anxiety
LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jennifer Lara, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Jennifer has a Master of Social Work, Adult Mental Health and Wellness/Military Track from University of Southern California.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Borderline Personality
Depression
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Approachable
Empowering

Hi there, I'm Jennifer!

I’m an LCSW offering therapy that’s warm, supportive, and a little outside the box. While I support a variety of concerns in therapy, I focus on complex PTSD. I help you understand your experiences with less shame and more self-compassion—because you’re not broken, you did what you needed to survive.

My focus

If you feel like you don’t quite fit or you’re carrying more than you let on, you’re not alone. I work with people of all ages navigating trauma, especially complex PTSD, helping you make sense of your patterns and supporting you in reconnecting with yourself so change feels real and sustainable.

My approach

My approach is collaborative, curious, and tailored to you. I use Narrative, Gestalt, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you understand your story, reconnect with yourself, and create change that actually feels sustainable. We’ll explore patterns while building practical tools for everyday life.

Expertise

Focus populations

BIPOC
LGBTQIA+
Recovery/12 Step Friendly
Body Positivity
First Generation American/Immigrant Parents
Military/Veterans
Single Mother
+ 7 more

Therapy types

  • Couples Therapy
  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Minors
  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Arlo
  • Ascension-SmartHealth

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work, Adult Mental Health and Wellness/Military Track from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

Next appointmentTuesday, May 12th