Cynthia Perez, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Cynthia!

I support individuals and communities through life's challenges using trauma-informed care, stress management, and wellness education. I integrate mindfulness, CBT, and motivational interviewing to create a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered in your healing journey.

My focus

I work with teens, adults, and young adults seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed space to reconnect with themselves and reclaim their wellness. I specialize in supporting professionals and caregivers navigating burnout or compassion fatigue, those experiencing grief, life transitions, or anxiety.

My approach

I take a holistic mind-body approach, going beyond traditional talk therapy by integrating mindfulness, somatic practices, nutrition, and wellness education. I support you to not only process your pain but build sustainable practices for resilience, balance, and self-compassion.

My communication style

I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where I actively listen while you reflect on your experience. I allow you to take the time you need to express yourself and want you to feel heard and understood.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to the mental health field because of my grandmothers' deep compassion and selflessness. After my maternal grandmother passed away, I experienced a moment of clarity that my purpose was to support others on their healing journeys, just as she had always supported me.

My goals for you

I help you build mindfulness tools to be present, using movement or play when meditation doesn't fit. I tap into where stress lives in the body and use movement, breath, nourishment, or guided imagery to heal. I support you in identifying ways to encourage desired change.

Our first session

Expect our first session to be light-hearted. We'll review your intake form as an opportunity to get to know each other without judgment and with an open mind. It's an opportunity for you to ask questions about our potential work together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Compassion Focused

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

United Medical Resources (UMR)
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Jose State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Cynthia Perez