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Monica Cortes Ardilla, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Recognized for high quality patient care

Monica Cortes Ardilla

Accepts Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

LCSW
9+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Monica Cortes Ardilla, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Monica has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Gender Identity
LGBTQIA+
Racial Identity
Style
Exploratory
Gentle
Collaborative

Hi there, I'm Monica!

I provide compassionate mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults facing emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties. I approach each person's unique story with empathy, cultural humility, and commitment to well-being.

My focus

I support individuals navigating emotional and behavioral struggles, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions. I have a particular passion for helping those experiencing relationship and intimacy challenges, and I'm committed to supporting clients of all identities.

My approach

I believe therapy is a collaborative journey to uncover your strengths and explore pathways to healing. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach. I integrate attachment theory, mindfulness, and self-compassion to foster resilience.

Expertise

Focus populations

BIPOC
Body Positivity
Cancer
Educators
First Generation American/Immigrant Parents
Gay
HIV/AIDS
Intersex
LGBTQIA+
Lesbian
Little Person
Military/Veterans
Non-Binary
Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy
Police/Fire/First Responders
Queer
Racial Justice
Sex Worker
Sex-Positive/Kink
Single Mother
Transgender
Vegan
+ 22 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Blue Cross and/or Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions

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