Vanessa Avalos, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Vanessa!

I specialize in working with children, transitional-aged youth, and young adults. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, focusing on helping clients navigate life challenges, build resilience, and develop coping strategies. I work with individuals dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues.

My focus

I primarily work with teens and transitional-aged youth as they navigate critical stages of identity development. I'm particularly comfortable treating clients dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and self-esteem issues. I provide support for those experiencing family conflict and academic pressures.

My approach

I take an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. These methods allow me to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs, helping them address current challenges while exploring underlying issues. My goal is to empower clients to create positive change.

My communication style

I create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and safe to express themselves. My communication style is open, empathetic, and collaborative. Working with me feels like a partnership where your voice is valued, your pace is respected, and we work together to find practical solutions and lasting change.

My goals for you

We'll work together to identify what's most important to you and what you'd like to achieve, whether that's managing anxiety, building coping skills, or improving relationships. I use a strengths-based approach to help clients set realistic, meaningful, and measurable goals.

Our first session

In our first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you'll share your story at your own pace. I'll take time to listen and understand what brought you to therapy, as well as any goals or concerns you may have. We'll discuss how therapy works, the approach I use, and establish a comfortable foundation for our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Gestalt

+ 4 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 55 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California Baptist College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Vanessa Avalos