Veronika McQuiston, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Veronika!

My approach focuses on your strengths to help you achieve the goals you set for yourself. I recognize that starting therapy can be uncomfortable and takes courage—let me show you that coming to therapy was the right decision.

My focus

I work with preteens, adolescents, young adults, and adults. I'm most comfortable treating depression, anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and anger management.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you recognize the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that lead to mental health symptoms. I draw from Attachment Theory and Psychodynamic Theory to understand how past relationships influence current patterns. I incorporate mindfulness-based approaches and look at each client holistically.

My communication style

I am calm, personable, warm, and empathetic. I want you to feel comfortable talking to me about anything. I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have gone through therapy of my own and have personal experience of what it feels like to be the client. I have experienced the healing powers of therapy firsthand. I have always been passionate about helping people through difficult times, as getting through them allows people to become the best version of themselves.

My goals for you

It is important to establish trust with all of my clients first and foremost. I think it is important for you to set your own goals, and as a team, we work to achieve them.

Our first session

During a first session, clients can expect me to ask a lot of open-ended questions to understand the concerns that are bringing them to therapy. I prioritize creating a safe space, establishing trust, and building a therapeutic connection.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Interpersonal

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Police/Fire/First Responders

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Czech

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Clinical Counseling from Crown College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Veronika McQuiston