Susana Stewart, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Susana!

I practice holistic mental health therapy, which means we take into account your physical, mental, and spiritual health together.

My focus

I love working with first-generation folks who are the first in their family to break unwanted cycles or go to therapy. I also work with women focusing on creating sacred boundaries and building healthy relationships with themselves, their bodies, and others. I am most comfortable treating anxiety, depression, and trauma.

My approach

I use a holistic lens that considers your environment, culture, and physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness techniques to address your needs and symptoms.

My communication style

I create a harmonious environment where we emphasize your strengths. I am approachable, warm, and kind. Most importantly, I work to create a space that validates your needs, experiences, and your true self.

My journey to mental healthcare

I love my career and see it as part of my purpose in life. It's my honor to hold space for you, and I am encouraged every day by the bravery of others. Once I dove into mental health courses and participated in therapy for myself for the first time, I was hooked.

My goals for you

Goal setting is a must. I work collaboratively with you to create realistic goals that encourage you to move towards your best self while making them reachable and attainable. I believe in taking small steps and learning to enjoy the journey along the way.

Our first session

In our first session, I will provide you with an assessment that gives me an understanding of who you are, what you've been experiencing, your background, and what you want to work on. We will both prioritize and agree on where we want to start in therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx, Biracial or Multiracial
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Mindfulness-Based

Attachment-based

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Motivational Interviewing

Psychoanalytic

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Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Racial Justice

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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, Spanish

Education

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

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Susana Stewart