Yadira Cardenas, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Yadira!

I support individuals during difficult life circumstances and transitions. I am fluent in Spanish and enjoy working with adults of all ages navigating challenges that bring them to therapy.

My focus

I work with individuals facing anxiety, grief and loss, marital issues, stress, life transitions, trauma, and maternal mental health issues. I use a strength-based approach to help you find skills that promote healing and an improved quality of life.

My approach

I use a strength-based approach to help you identify your inner strengths and navigate what brought you to treatment. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness practices to help you implement tools to better manage life stressors and find holistic ways to improve your quality of life.

My communication style

My communication style is calm and personable so you will feel heard, respected, and understood. I want you to feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings with me and find support and guidance during our interactions.

My journey to mental healthcare

I entered this profession once I realized my passion for listening and helping others during difficult times. Helping people explore their strengths and reach their potential is something I truly value. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

My goals for you

My goal is to understand what you hope to accomplish in therapy and provide realistic goals to improve your circumstances. Establishing a strong therapeutic alliance builds trust and confidence. We will work together to establish realistic goals and discuss treatment progress as sessions continue.

Our first session

In our first session, we will discuss what brought you to seek therapy, how you have been feeling, and how these symptoms impact your day-to-day life. We will also establish what you hope to accomplish and develop a plan to meet your needs and improve how you are feeling.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Behavioral Activation

Christian Counseling

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Immune-Disorders

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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 Social Work (MSW) with Specialization in Mental Health from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Yadira Cardenas