Karla Ochoa, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Karla!

I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life changes, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Person-Centered approach.

My focus

I work with children, adolescents, and adults and am comfortable with all age groups. I've treated depression and anxiety.

My approach

My approach to therapy is person-centered. I work with my clients to attain achievable goals. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered in my practice.

My communication style

My communication style is calm and personable. I create a welcoming and warm environment for my clients so they feel comfortable sharing their experiences with me. I listen without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've worked in various settings with children and adults, and it's fulfilling to see clients make progress on their goals and live a happier life.

My goals for you

I work together with my clients to set goals that they can achieve, starting with listening and building a trusting relationship.

Our first session

In the first session with me, the focus is to get to know the client and create a welcoming and safe environment for clients to feel at ease. I ask open-ended questions and provide clients with an opportunity to share their experiences and tell their stories.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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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, Spanish

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of Texas, Austin.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Karla Ochoa