Nayeli Perez, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Nayeli!

I am a first-generation bilingual therapist and mother of three. I love helping and empowering people to work towards becoming the best version of themselves. I am looking to support other first-generation women and moms struggling with life transitions, relationship problems, and stress.

My focus

If you are a woman struggling with life challenges—parenting, family expectations, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and generational trauma, I am here to help.

My approach

My approach is rooted in cultural humility and a strengths-based perspective, integrating psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) based on each client's unique needs. I will meet you where you are and support you in becoming the best version of yourself.

My communication style

My communication style is empathetic, sincere, and direct. I provide a safe space for you to feel comfortable, and I also challenge you to reflect and to think outside of the box.

My journey to mental healthcare

As a first-generation woman of color, I learned firsthand the challenges that many women face while trying to figure out life. I believe women are strong and versatile. I am passionate about supporting and empowering women to help them overcome adversity and become the best they can be.

My goals for you

I will meet you where you are at and help you feel more comfortable and confident. We will also work together to create a treatment plan that best suits your needs and helps you meet your goals. We will review your progress regularly and make modifications as needed.

Our first session

In our first session, I will introduce myself and my role as your therapist. I would like to get to know you and learn more about your family history, your strengths and challenges, and what brings you to therapy. I will explore your therapeutic goals and potential treatment plan.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Trauma Focused

+ 6 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Single Mother

Educators

HIV/AIDS

LGBTQIA+

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Sex Worker

+ 9 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 18 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children and Family Wellbeing from California State University, Long Beach.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Nayeli Perez