Kimberly Naraine, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Kimberly!

I provide virtual individual therapy with a focus on collaborative care. I enjoy teaching skills and solutions while helping you honor your emotions.

My focus

My approach tends to be a good fit for those dealing with childhood trauma, life transitions, interpersonal relationship issues, and identity concerns. I've worked with depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma disorders, stress-related disorders, bipolar disorders, and schizophrenia.

My approach

My passion is to connect with people in a way that makes them feel seen and heard. I'd describe my therapeutic interaction as casual and informal, using evidence-based modalities like CBT, TF-CBT, and a DBT-informed approach. I believe therapy is a unique space for emotional healing and mental processing.

My communication style

When working with me, you can expect someone who genuinely wants to connect and build a strong therapeutic relationship. I highly value creating a safe and judgment-free space, though I don't mind challenging perspectives and helping you see things from a different light.

My goals for you

I strongly believe in collaborative goal setting. I want to ensure you're in the driver's seat of your treatment. However, if goals are unclear, we can always clarify together.

Our first session

During the first session, I want to learn about you. I'll ask questions about what's bringing you into therapy, your recent mental health struggles, your expectations for treatment, and your history. I want to know your story so I can best support you moving forward.

I identify as...

Female
Biracial or Multiracial

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Behavioral Activation

EMDR

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Military/Veterans

BIPOC

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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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

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Fullerton.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kimberly Naraine