Alicia Zuniga, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Alicia!

I specialize in treatment for children and families. My passion stems from direct clinical work with children, teens, and families.

My focus

I predominantly work with children ages 5 to 15. I include the family unit in the therapy process, therefore expanding my clientele across the lifespan. The majority of my practice is focused on the areas of anxiety, adjustment, grief, trauma, divorce, stress, ADHD, and depression.

My approach

The goal of treatment is an individual journey. I believe that the client leads the therapeutic process. I use CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and play therapy.

My communication style

I am flexible and easygoing. The therapeutic environment is one that I hope is warm and welcoming. I use mindfulness practices to ease the client into the session. My priority is the client during their session and being present with them.

My journey to mental healthcare

My passion to work with others and find solutions and paths to healthier living is what led me to this career. I enjoy working with children and families and providing them with information to empower them to make the best choice for their emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

My goals for you

The goal process is led with open-ended exploration for the reason that leads them to therapy. The client is the one who decides on their goal. I work on establishing their goals into measurable ones that, in turn, lead to noticeable change and achievement of goals.

Our first session

The first couple of sessions are all about building rapport and gathering information. The client can expect open-ended questions, and depending on the age, some art activities.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Impulse Control Disorders

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

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

Alicia Zuniga