Raluca Dumitru, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Raluca!

I am a mental health counselor who provides personalized therapy built around your unique goals. My approach focuses on working alongside you to take steps toward the changes you want to see in your life.

My focus

I work with teens and adults facing mental health challenges, some of which include anxiety, depression, stress, difficult-to-control worries, life transitions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and intrusive, unpleasant memories.

My approach

I incorporate different evidence-based practices to support you through your unique journey. If you're unsure where to start, we can explore it together, creating a plan tailored to your desired outcomes. Together, we will identify the right tools and path to safely support you, both now and in the future, in living the life you want.

My communication style

Therapy with me is a collaborative partnership. I offer an encouraging, non-judgmental space, listening closely to help you connect the dots in your story. Together, we will highlight your inherent resilience and unique abilities while discovering alternative ways to find relief and navigate the challenges you face.

My journey to mental healthcare

Working for 15 years across educational, public, and private sectors showed me how deeply human experiences impact us. This career background, alongside my own healing journey, drives my work. I am a therapist because I have profound empathy and a fierce belief in human strength; I know firsthand that change is always possible.

My goals for you

Throughout our journey, beginning in our first sessions, I’ll help you identify measurable short-term goals. These smaller milestones act as stepping stones, keeping you on track and moving steadily toward your long-term mental health goals.

Our first session

During our first connection, expect a warm, non-judgmental space where we can get to know each other. We’ll talk about what’s on your mind, what brings you to therapy, and my therapeutic approaches. This is a collaborative opportunity to make sure we are on the right path together.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Trauma Focused

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 4 more

Focus populations

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Sidecar Health
Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English, Romanian

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Raluca Dumitru