Gina Machado-Escatel, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Gina!

I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and stress using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eclectic Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and moving forward in their lives.

My focus

I find that I work well with both men and women in various age groups who may be dealing with depression, anxiety, interpersonal stresses, as well as grief and loss. I work to help my clients feel better about themselves and make a path forward.

My approach

My approach to therapy is to understand the needs of my clients and work towards positive goals by utilizing the most appropriate therapy approaches based on individual needs.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, clear, and personable. I want my clients to feel safe telling me their story.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist to help others navigate the challenges that life brings. I was always the person to talk to and offer support or just listen if needed. Turning that desire and skill into a profession has brought me joy as I continue to be able to see others grow and move through the difficult times they face.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is to work together to determine what you want to accomplish. This will take building trust and understanding what it means to be in therapy. Each client will be able to identify specific goals and track progress over time.

Our first session

During our first session, we will spend most of our time talking about the reason you came to therapy and asking questions to get a clear understanding of your feelings and decision to seek help. I will take time to listen to your needs and engage with you to create a safe place to have a positive impact on your mental health.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Self Esteem

Sports Performance

Women's Issues

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

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Focus populations

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Child Abuse and Neglect from California State University, Stanislaus.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Gina Machado-Escatel