Gisela Batres, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gisela!

As a bicultural therapist, I'm passionate about guiding individuals through emotional healing and personal growth during unexpected life changes. I offer personalized, strengths-based care to help each person find resilience and renewal.

My focus

I work primarily with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, grief and loss, attachment wounds, domestic abuse, abandonment, guilt, and immigration-related stressors.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is client-centered and rooted in a strengths-based perspective. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while thoughtfully integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support each client's unique healing journey.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, compassionate, and curious, creating a safe and welcoming space for you to explore and heal wounded parts of yourself. Together, we'll address your needs and support your therapeutic goals.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a Latina and daughter of immigrant parents, I understand the unique challenges the Latinx community faces while navigating systemic oppression. I became a therapist to support those who often feel isolated and struggle to express their needs. I find deep fulfillment in witnessing my clients’ growth as they uncover stronger versions of themselves

My goals for you

I help clients explore how family-of-origin dynamics influence their current lives, empowering them to break harmful patterns and make more intentional choices. My relational and genuine approach respects each client's unique journey toward achieving life satisfaction. Together, we identify stressors and cultivate lasting, meaningful change.

Our first session

In our first session, you can expect a safe and supportive space to feel heard, express your needs, and begin addressing current challenges. We'll explore the impact of ongoing stressors and identify where you'd like to start your therapeutic journey.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Behavioral Activation

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

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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, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Gisela Batres