Cesar Espinoza, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Cesar!

I use a client-centered and trauma-informed approach to create a safe, supportive space where you can express yourself freely and feel comfortable being vulnerable. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma.

My focus

I work with children, adolescents, and adults of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. I have experience supporting systems-impacted individuals working through complex trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma.

My approach

I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy techniques to best support you in meeting your therapeutic goals.

My communication style

I emphasize maintaining an empathetic, open, and safe space where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings without judgment. You can expect to feel heard, validated, and supported throughout your therapeutic journey.

My journey to mental healthcare

My interest in therapy began through work with families and children impacted by the criminal justice system and foster care. What drives my work is helping people build strong support systems, process trauma, develop self-regulation skills, and normalize being vulnerable.

My goals for you

I believe in creating a strong therapeutic alliance where you define your own goals, and together we work collaboratively, drawing on your strengths and lived experiences to support you in achieving them.

Our first session

In our first session, I'll ask questions to better understand your needs, strengths, and support systems. My primary focus is providing a safe space where you feel comfortable expressing your goals and what you hope to achieve. I encourage you to ask questions or share feedback, including any prior therapy experiences.

I identify as...

Male
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Oscar
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Cesar Espinoza