Veronica Esqueda, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Veronica!

I provide therapy to individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders, chronic health conditions, grief, and stress. I offer support through crisis intervention and end-of-life counseling, meeting you where you are in your healing journey.

My focus

My goal is to bring you positive, long-lasting healing and coping strategies that improve your mental health and overall well-being. I believe healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment. I will cooperatively assist you in creating treatment goals and developing skills that help you live a meaningful life.

My approach

I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy along with evidence-based methods tailored to your needs. I enjoy utilizing mindfulness-based practices, such as meditation and awareness exercises, to help you understand and manage your thoughts and emotions. I combine professional experience, creativity, and humor with a realistic approach.

My communication style

I consider myself kind, direct, open, and encouraging. I prioritize clear communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental, safe environment. I practice active listening and give you opportunities to reflect on your experiences while providing guidance. You can expect me to be calm and patient throughout our time working together.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey began with a desire to help others through empathy and compassion. I enjoy helping individuals make positive changes and develop skills that help them be the best version of themselves.

My goals for you

Together, we will identify and set goals that are most important to you and aligned with your values. As we work together, your goals may evolve as you gain new self-awareness and insights. I'm here to provide support, resources, and alternative perspectives to help you develop effective coping skills.

Our first session

Our first session will focus on getting to know one another and building trust in our therapeutic relationship. We will discuss your background, including your mental health, physical health, and support network, as well as the reasons that brought you to therapy. It's completely normal to feel nervous—we'll take it one step at a time.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Behavioral Activation

Christian Counseling

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Dance/Movement Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Music Therapy

Narrative

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 15 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Cancer

Single Mother

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

HIV/AIDS

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allegiance
Aetna
All Savers
Allied
Anthem

+ 58 more

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Veronica Esqueda