Carol Bernstein, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Carol!

Using evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, short-term problem-solving, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices, I assist you in identifying challenges and unhelpful patterns, learning new ways of coping, and increasing your capabilities to move out of unhealthy habits and make clear, meaningful choices.

My focus

I work with individuals struggling with stresses related to life transitions, illness, weight management, grief, sleeplessness, as well as depression and anxiety.

My approach

In therapy, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based.

My communication style

My therapeutic approach is infused with a passion for creating open and interactive dialogue, empowering adults of all ages to meet life's problems, transitions, and tough decisions with greater confidence and awareness.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always enjoyed working and communicating with others and am passionate about helping my clients see the best in themselves and notice their drivers and how they can change the chatter in their heads to feel stronger and empowered.

My goals for you

I utilize long and short-term goal setting and assist clients in creating SMART goals that can be reviewed at each session. Goal setting is an integral part of our work together, as accomplishment lowers both depression and anxiety.

Our first session

My first session will include a thorough assessment of what brought you to therapy and what is most important to you at this time. Once that has been obtained, we will collaboratively decide the next steps.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Jewish

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Mindfulness-Based

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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 Columbia University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carol Bernstein