Carissa Villa, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Carissa!

My approach to therapy is calm, compassionate, and understanding. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, and life transitions.

My focus

I typically work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or life transitions.

My approach

My approach to therapy varies based on my client's needs, but will typically involve a person-centered approach, which allows me to meet my client where he/she is in order to set clear expectations and reasonable goals for treatment.

My communication style

I provide an empathic environment during sessions, communicating acceptance and warmth to my clients. I want them to feel heard and validated in their communications.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to a career as a therapist based on a love of helping people. I love seeing people grow and reach their full potential. I feel privileged to be a part of their journeys, even for a short time.

My goals for you

My first goal is to establish an open and trusting relationship. Once rapport has been built, we will work together to establish reasonable goals to work on in therapy. We will monitor progress towards these goals and adjust as needed.

Our first session

During our first session, we will work on building a connection, establishing a safe space, and discussing recent feelings, as well as how the client best likes to express those feelings.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Coping Skills

Parenting

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from California Baptist College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Carissa Villa