Nancy Penaloza, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Nancy!

I provide a space where self-awareness, growth, and healing can happen. I support clients in becoming their best selves through compassionate, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches. I'm committed to helping you build healthy coping strategies, develop emotional intelligence, and cultivate a balanced, fulfilled life.

My focus

I work with anyone ready to embrace the journey of becoming the best version of themselves. Together, we'll explore past traumas, understand the reasons behind your behaviors, unlearn unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier coping skills for lasting growth.

My approach

My approach varies based on your needs. I use a combination of evidence-based techniques such as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to support your growth and healing.

My communication style

I cultivate a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your emotions, overcome obstacles, and embrace the therapeutic process.

My journey to mental healthcare

I'm passionate about creating a space where self-awareness, growth, and healing can happen. I support clients through compassionate, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches, helping them build healthy coping strategies, develop emotional intelligence, and cultivate a more balanced, fulfilled life.

My goals for you

I work collaboratively with you to identify your goals and tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. Together, we explore past experiences, understand behavioral patterns, and develop healthier coping skills. I use evidence-based techniques to support lasting growth and help you build the emotional tools needed for a more balanced life.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll spend the majority of the time talking about what brings you to therapy, reviewing confidentiality and boundaries, and discussing your goals. This is a space for you to share openly, and together we'll begin to map out the path forward that feels right for you.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

Child Abuse or Neglect

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Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Single Mother

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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, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Children, Youth and Family from California State University, San Marcos.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Nancy Penaloza