Monica Prado, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Monica!

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I help people with anxiety or depression develop skills to feel grounded and in control. I provide evidence-based, personalized care in a supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered.

My focus

I support young adults navigating symptoms of anxiety and depression, helping them develop clarity, resilience, and confidence in their day-to-day lives.

My approach

I use CBT to help clients understand patterns and develop practical tools for real-life change. Sessions are structured yet flexible, moving at a pace that meets the client’s needs. I also incorporate a client-centered approach, creating a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen and understood.

My communication style

I provide a calm, supportive space where clients can share openly. Through attentive listening and strong rapport, we work together to strengthen confidence, increase self-awareness, and cultivate skills that support personal growth.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to therapy began with a deep desire to help people discover their own resilience and strength in life’s storms. I’ve seen therapy ignite healing and growth, and I believe each person holds the seeds to embrace change, nurture their potential, and flourish.

My goals for you

My approach to goal-setting is collaborative and client-centered. Clients and I identify strengths, values, and desired changes to create realistic, achievable goals. Throughout the process, I provide encouragement, support, and reflection, adjusting goals as the client grows or as new needs arise.

Our first session

In the first session, clients are welcomed into a supportive space to share at their own pace. We discuss what brought them to therapy, review background and goals, explain how therapy works, and address questions. The main focus is on building a strong connection and planning collaborative steps forward.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Monica Prado