Tami Cassell, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Tami!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, grief, and trauma. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, and narrative therapy to help my clients start feeling better.

My focus

My style and approach work well with people experiencing anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma.

My approach

Every client is different; therefore, I meet the client where they are. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, interweaving a psychodynamic and narrative approach. I believe it’s important to understand why we feel the way we do, so Psychoeducation is important.

My communication style

My communication style is casual, warm, and nonjudgmental. I feel building rapport and trust is paramount to a successful therapeutic relationship.

My journey to mental healthcare

I began my career in hospice. I chose this path because I like to work with people in the most authentic and vulnerable times of their lives. I believe that holding hands through difficult times is a path to recognizing our common humanity.

My goals for you

I like to begin by establishing what the client would like to achieve in therapy. We will have long-term goals and then short-term goals that will help the client feel their progress.

Our first session

I like to begin building trust by hearing your story. I like to get a sense of who a person is by listening, asking questions, and encouraging honest vulnerability.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Dance/Movement Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Expressive Arts

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Psychodynamic

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Tami Cassell