Amalia Castaneda, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Amalia!

I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor supporting teens, adults, couples, and families. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I offer a compassionate, collaborative space to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change

My focus

I work with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, parenting concerns, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we build insight, strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and foster healthier relationships and lasting personal growth.

My approach

I take a person-centered approach, meeting you with compassion, curiosity, and respect. Together, we'll explore your experiences, identify strengths, develop practical tools, and work toward the goals that matter most to you in a way that feels authentic and supportive.

My communication style

I communicate with warmth, compassion, and authenticity. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I balance empathy with gentle guidance, helping you explore challenges, build insight, and move toward meaningful growth.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to counseling by a passion for helping others navigate challenges and discover their strengths. Working with individuals, couples, and families has deepened my appreciation for the power of connection and growth. Seeing clients heal, gain insight, and create positive change continues to inspire me.

My goals for you

Together, we'll identify goals that align with your values, needs, and priorities. I help break larger challenges into manageable steps, build on your strengths, and develop practical strategies for growth. We'll regularly review progress and adjust goals as needed to support lasting change.

Our first session

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel vulnerable. In our first session, we'll take time to get to know each other, discuss what's bringing you in, and explore what you'd like to achieve. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable moving at your own pace

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Compassion Focused

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Preteens
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Educational Counseling Concentration in School Based Family Counceling from University of La Verne.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Amalia Castaneda