Anna Anguiano, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Anna!

Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I am honored that I get to help people take that step and begin their journey towards healing. I have an extensive background in trauma work, as well as experience with anxiety, depression, grief, life changes and adjustment issues, and stress. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin.

My focus

My clients come from a range of communities and a variety of experiences, including those affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem/self-worth. I acknowledge and embrace my clients' intersectionality. I am dedicated to anti-racist, social justice informed, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy.

My approach

My therapeutic approach changes according to the individual. I believe in a holistic, strength-based, individualized approach to therapy. I pull components from CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EMDR. Whatever feels the most comfortable and safe for the client is what will guide us in the work we do together.

My communication style

My communication style is compassionate, honest, humorous, and down-to-earth. I am non-judgmental, caring, and open-minded. My goal to cultivate a safe space where the individual can be authentically themselves. I meet every client where they are at with openness and warmth.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist stemmed from my desire to help others. My background is in social work and working in these systems really helped guide me to my passion of working in the mental health field. My personal and professional experiences really shaped the work I do.

My goals for you

My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and valued. I am here to support you in getting what you want out of therapy like coping skills, communication skills, process/express trauma, or just somewhere to talk about life. You are the expert of your life, and I will serve as a supportive guide and witness on your journey towards healing and growth.

Our first session

My main focus is building a strong therapeutic connection. We will explore different areas of your life like current symptoms, interests, and personal history. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you and explore goals of therapy. I will go over basic housekeeping items to establish expectations and boundaries of the therapeutic space.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Lesbian

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Queer

Racial Justice

Sex-Positive/Kink

Transgender

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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

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Indigenous and Rural communities from California State Polytechnic University Humboldt.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Anna Anguiano