Patricia Carlos, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Patricia!

I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who works with adults facing depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, grief, and trauma. I create a warm, supportive space where you can explore your challenges and work toward healing.

My focus

I work with young adults to older adults experiencing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, stress, life transitions, trauma, and grief.

My approach

My approach is client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EMDR, tailoring the approach to your unique needs. Together, we'll determine what works best for your presenting challenges.

My communication style

I am empathic, warm, non-judgmental, and an active listener. I meet you where you are and support you in making desired changes. I may also gently challenge you to promote growth or offer a different perspective, always ensuring you feel understood and respected.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been drawn to helping others and social justice. What drives me is making a difference in people's lives and supporting them in their healing.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is collaborative. I encourage you to focus on areas you'd like to change or improve, and we address them from a strengths-based perspective. You identify the steps you're willing to take, and I support you in achieving your desired goals.

Our first session

I understand that a first session can be difficult as you're being vulnerable with someone you've just met. I focus on building a therapeutic relationship and connection while gathering information to understand what brings you to therapy. I'll also explore your psychosocial history to understand how it may be impacting the present.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Behavioral Activation

Motivational Interviewing

+ 4 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 56 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Patricia Carlos