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Esmeralda Zaragoza, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Many new patients continue care with this provider

Esmeralda Zaragoza

Individual therapy

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LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Esmeralda Zaragoza, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Esmeralda has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Marcos.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Warm
Collaborative

Hi there, I'm Esmeralda!

You're constantly told you're strong—you wake up, smile, and keep moving, even when running on empty. You hold in your needs, afraid to disappoint, balancing family expectations with your dreams. You overachieve, please, and rarely slow down. Deep down, you're craving peace, joy, and freedom to set boundaries without guilt.

My focus

I support individuals through anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, and boundary-setting. I specialize in helping high-achievers who struggle to slow down and make space for their own needs, and first-generation individuals navigating generational cycles while honoring their roots.

My approach

I create a welcoming space where you can simply be—no pressure, no judgment, just room to breathe, feel, and heal. I integrate EMDR, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to meet your unique needs. Together, we'll reconnect mind and body, reestablish safety within yourself, and move toward meaningful healing—at your pace, in your way.

Expertise

Focus populations

BIPOC
First Generation American/Immigrant Parents
+ 2 more

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Minors
  • Preteens
  • Children
  • Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Anthem

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, San Marcos.

Sessions

60 minutes
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions

900 Lane Ave Suite 128, Chula Vista, CA 91914

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Next appointmentMonday, May 18th