Brenda Sarabia, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Brenda!

I help you achieve positive change and personal growth through a strengths-based, solution-focused approach that empowers you to leverage your innate abilities to overcome challenges and reach your goals. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

My focus

I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My expertise lies in helping you navigate relational concerns, manage work-related stress, and adapt to significant life changes. I'm particularly experienced in treating generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, and depressive disorders.

My approach

I work collaboratively with you to identify and leverage your existing strengths and resources. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you recognize and change negative thought patterns, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to set clear goals and find practical solutions, and mindfulness techniques to develop greater awareness and reduce stress.

My communication style

You can expect a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where you'll feel heard, respected, and empowered. My approach is genuine and down-to-earth—direct yet gentle, offering practical insights while maintaining a sense of humor that helps you feel comfortable and understood.

My journey to mental healthcare

My passion for therapy stems from a deep belief in human resilience and the transformative power of compassionate relationships. I discovered early on that I had a natural ability to listen deeply and help people see their own strengths during challenging times.

My goals for you

We work together to identify what you want to achieve, formulating clear and attainable goals. We identify your existing strengths and resources, break down larger goals into manageable steps, and regularly review and adjust as needed. I celebrate your progress and help you connect your goals to your core values.

Our first session

I'll help you feel comfortable as we discuss confidentiality and my approach. I'll invite you to share what brings you to therapy and what changes you hope to achieve, allowing us to collaboratively identify your goals. By the end, my aim is for you to feel heard, understood, and hopeful about the path forward.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

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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

Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from University of Southern California and a Master of Social Work (MSW) Clinical Social Work / Military Social Work from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Brenda Sarabia