Shavonne Garibay, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Shavonne!

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 10 years of experience in providing compassionate care to individuals facing a variety of challenges. My expertise lies in crisis management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and brief therapy.

My focus

I work most frequently with individuals experiencing anxiety and depression. With my background in crisis work, I have experience helping those who have faced trauma, grief, and loss build resilience and coping skills. I also enjoy helping individuals develop self-care strategies to manage stress and maintain mental health.

My approach

I use CBT to help you identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. DBT is a skills-based therapy that focuses on teaching mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

My communication style

I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where you're given the tools and resources to achieve your goals. I work with you to identify strengths, challenges, and areas of growth, then develop a personalized treatment plan that meets your unique needs.

My journey to mental healthcare

My interest in becoming a therapist came from growing up in an environment where therapy wasn't an option for me. I wanted to create a space where individuals could feel comfortable seeking support and accessing tools for positive change, free from judgment and embracing all aspects of their uniqueness.

My goals for you

I specialize in brief therapy, a short-term approach that focuses on achieving specific goals within a limited timeframe. I work with you to identify your goals and develop a treatment plan that can be completed in a set number of sessions.

Our first session

I'm committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. If you're looking for a therapist who can help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals, please reach out. I look forward to working with you!

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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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 Science (MS) in Counseling from Marriage and Family Therapy emphasis - California State University, Hayward.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shavonne Garibay