Destinee Walden, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Destinee!

Many clients seek therapy when day-to-day life feels unsteady, especially when experiences have disrupted their sense of safety & trust. Rooted in trauma-informed care, my work centers on how stress & trauma organize emotional responses, beliefs, & relational patterns, creating space for deeper integration, change, & more fulfilling relationships.

My focus

I work with adults, teens, families, & co-parents navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, & complex family dynamics. I support parents & co-parents in improving communication, finding balance, & keeping their child’s well-being at the center of their relationship.

My approach

My approach is strengths-based, client-centered, & collaborative. I integrate trauma-informed & relational practices to create a space where clients can bring their full, authentic selves. Together, we explore experiences, notice patterns, & cultivate the strengths that support healing & growth.

My communication style

My communication style is open, honest, & collaborative. I create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard & respected, balancing warmth & sensitivity with directness. I welcome feedback, listen with curiosity, & use humor thoughtfully to support authentic connection.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by personal experience. As a teen & later while serving in the Marine Corps, I faced challenges that deepened my understanding of trauma, resilience, & the need for compassionate care. I bring lived experience, empathy, & purpose into my work.

My goals for you

I take a collaborative approach to goal setting, working with clients to identify what matters most & create realistic, meaningful goals. We revisit goals regularly to track progress, make adjustments, & support confidence & growth both in & beyond therapy.

Our first session

In the first session, we focus on building comfort & connection while exploring what brings the client to therapy. We review goals, confidentiality, & relevant background information, & ensure the fit feels right so clients feel safe & supported moving forward.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Psychodynamic

Somatic

Trauma Focused

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Military/Veterans

Racial Justice

Sex Worker

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) Clinical focus on children and families with a specialization in trauma informed practice from Baylor University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Destinee Walden