Sergio Ibanez

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Sergio Ibanez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in CA More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepting patients

Licensed in CA

Accepts insurance

Hi there, I'm Sergio!

I am Sergio Ibanez, LCSW. My focus is to provide support and guidance. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy (ages 5+) using a client-centered approach. I use a wide variety of therapeutic approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), etc. I am bilingual in English and Spanish.

My approach

I provide a client-centered approach with motivational interviewing. I use a wide variety of therapeutic approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), etc.

My focus

My client focus is ages 5 years and up. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I practice using a cultural humility approach. I have experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds (HIV, homeless, LGBTQIA, school-based services, and others).

My communication style

I provide a safe space to express thoughts and feelings while providing ongoing support and guidance. I focus on goals targeting current mental health challenges.

My journey to mental healthcare

Throughout my career, my background has always been helping others. I get great satisfaction as clients make mental health improvements with my guidance and support.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting with clients using a collaborative approach.

My first session with you

During the first session, we will identify the main challenges to create a specific treatment plan that fits your needs.

About Sergio

Specialities

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Adolescents/Teens
  • Aging
  • Children
  • Cultural Stress
  • Impulsivity
  • Older Adult
  • Panic Attacks
  • Schizophrenia

Methods

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
  • Client Centered Therapy
  • Couples Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Grief Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Solution Focused
  • Supportive
  • Behavioral Activation
  • Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Practice

License

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) More info Licensed Clinical Social Workers, LCSWs, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Cigna, Optum, MHN, Tricare West, and Blue Shield of CA

Languages spoken

  • English and Spanish

Allyship

  • LGBTQIA+ aligned

Education

  • MSW University of New England 2019

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

Book the first session


No slots on Saturday, May 11.

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No slots on Sunday, May 12.

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No slots on Friday, May 17.

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No slots on Tuesday, May 21.

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No slots on Friday, May 24.

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No slots on Friday, May 31.

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No slots on Friday, Jun 07.

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  • Video session
  • 55 minutes
  • Covered by Aetna, Cigna, Optum, MHN, Tricare West, and Blue Shield of CA Session cost depends on your insurance, most people pay $5-40 per session after meeting their deductible. There aren't any fees for using Rula.

Next Appointment Monday, May 13

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