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Marcela Lopez

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Marcela Lopez, 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.

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Hi there, I'm Marcela!

Hello! I'm a licensed clinical social worker trained in trauma, CBT, and EMDR, and certified in anger management. I have vast experience working with school-aged children, preteens, and adults in various settings, from outpatient to psychiatric hospitals, especially with those facing depression and anxiety.

My approach

I believe that clients have resilience and strengths, and that each person is their own best expert. However, due to various situations and factors, one may have difficulty recognizing or highlighting these qualities. My role is to be a tool to help you reach your utmost potential and break down barriers.

My focus

I focus on working with minors (ages 13-17), preteens (ages 8-12), individuals, and couples. My specialties include anger management, anxiety, domestic violence, family conflict, grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, life transitions, OCD, parenting, relationship issues, self-esteem, self-harming, sexual abuse, stress, suicidal ideation, trauma and PTSD, racial identity, panic attacks, depression, and divorce.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, empathetic, and direct. I listen intently to understand your unique perspective and challenges. I ask thoughtful questions to help you gain clarity and insight. My feedback is honest yet supportive, guiding you to recognize your resilience and strength.

My goals for you

My goal is to help you recognize your own strengths and resilience, and to guide you in overcoming the challenges that may be preventing you from reaching your full potential. Together, we will work to break down the barriers standing in your way.

My first session with you

In our first session, we will focus on getting to know each other and establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. I will listen to your story, gather information about your background and current challenges, and begin to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.

About Marcela

Specialities

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Racial Identity
  • Panic Attacks
  • Depression
  • Divorce

Methods

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
  • Solution Focused
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Art Therapy

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, Anthem, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon, Cigna, Decent, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), MHN, Optum, and Tricare West

Languages spoken

  • English and Spanish

Education

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) - California State University, Bakersfield (05/2017)

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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