Dana Barajas, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Dana!

I'm passionate about making mental health services accessible. Life is hard, and we could all use extra support sometimes. I'd love to be that support for you. I believe we're all unique in the challenges we face, shaped by our histories, experiences, and stressors. At the same time, I believe in the resiliency of the human mind and spirit.

My focus

I work with adults seeking support.

My approach

I take an eclectic, flexible approach based on your needs. We're all unique, and I don't believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. I like to meet you where you are and identify elements of different modalities that will best help you reach your goals.

My communication style

I strive to create a non-judgmental environment where you feel safe, supported, and heard. I've been told I have a calming presence and a good sense of humor, especially if you enjoy a good pun.

My journey to mental healthcare

I felt called to become a therapist because of my own experiences with mental health. I struggled to find help for immediate family members who needed services. Because of this, I felt called to make mental health services more accessible for all.

My goals for you

I provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings so we can create an alliance to identify therapeutic goals. I also like to re-evaluate goals over time to ensure you're getting the most out of therapy.

Our first session

In our initial session, we'll cover general housekeeping items, then work together to get to know each other and identify your goals. It's also your chance to see if I'm a good fit for you. If you feel I am, we'll establish a plan to move forward.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

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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 University of California, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Dana Barajas